The classic Negroni cocktail consists of gin, sweet vermouth, and Italian Campari. It’s bitter, bold, and packs a lovely citrus bite.
Why this recipe works
The Negroni is a deep, sophisticated cocktail with notes of fruity citrus and a bit of spice from the red Campari bitters. It falls right in line with the classic dirty martini in a way in which you’ve likely developed quite the taste for straight-shooting cocktails if you enjoy casually sipping on them.
Sweet red vermouth, gin, and Campari pack quite the punch with a gorgeous mix of flavors and its stunning color profile. Garnish it with an orange twist and enjoy everything the Negroni has to offer.
Ingredients you will need
Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.
Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions
CAMPARI – This is the component that makes this cocktail what it is. Campari is a bitter Italian liquor. If you can’t seem to find Campari, you can try substituting with Aperol which will give the drink a sweeter taste. This cocktail takes equal parts of each liquor, so I highly suggest using a jigger or a small measuring glass to measure each out.
How to Make a Negroni
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- Add all ingredients to a large mixing glass with ice and stir for 20-30 seconds.
- Strain into a rock glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips
You can serve the Negroni whichever way you prefer as there’s no set-in-stone method you should follow. Enjoy it on the rocks, in a chilled glass, or both!
Serving Suggestions
Serve in a chilled glass or on the rocks with an orange twist as garnish. Campari is considered an apéritif which means it’s normally served as a refresher before a meal.
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Negroni
IMPORTANT – There are often Frequently Asked Questions within the blog post that you may find helpful. Simply scroll back up to read them!
Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet red vermouth
- orange twist for garnish
Things You’ll Need
Before You Begin
- This is the component that makes this cocktail what it is. Campari is a bitter Italian liquor. If you can’t seem to find Campari, you can try substituting with Aperol which will give the drink a sweeter taste.
- This cocktail takes equal parts of each liquor, so I highly suggest using a jigger or a small measuring glass to measure each out.
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large mixing glass with ice and stir for 20-30 seconds.
- Strain into rock glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
Nutrition
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Lizzie says
This is a no-brainer (in the best sense of the phrase). If you can’t remember “equal parts of three ingredients” you may want to reconsider your drinking habits! Just joking. This is a CLASSIC drink served all over Europe. A gorgeous glass makes the experience even better.