Cocktail
Negroni
How to make a Negroni - the bittersweet Italian aperitif classic of gin, Campari and sweet vermouth. Simple equal-parts IBA recipe.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Negroni is the icon of bitter aperitifs: three ingredients in equal parts, perfectly balanced between juniper-spiced gin, bitter Campari and sweet vermouth. Its bold color and unmistakable taste make it a favorite of bartenders worldwide. A true classic that never goes out of style.
Instructions
- Fill a tumbler with ice cubes.
- Add gin, Campari and sweet vermouth in equal parts to the glass.
- Stir cold with a bar spoon for about 20 seconds.
- Express an orange peel over the glass.
- Drop the peel into the glass as a garnish and serve.
Garnish: Orange peel
Pro tip: Express the orange peel over the glass so the essential oils spread across the surface - this lifts the aroma of the Negroni noticeably.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Negroni come from?
The Negroni was allegedly invented in 1919 in Florence when Count Camillo Negroni had his Americano fortified with gin instead of soda.
Can I serve the Negroni without ice in the glass?
Classically it is served over fresh ice in a tumbler. Some prefer it without ice in a chilled glass, in which case it is stirred separately and strained.
Which vermouth works best?
A high-quality sweet vermouth such as Carpano Antica Formula or Cinzano Rosso brings the sweetness and herbal spice needed for the perfect balance.
Ingredients
- Gin3 cl
- Campari3 cl
- Sweet vermouth (Vermouth Rosso)3 cl
- Orange peel1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
