Negroni Recipe
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Negroni Recipe
Description
This Negroni recipe calls for mixing Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth, each in a one-ounce measure, chilled together by stirring over ice to achieve perfect dilution and temperature. The cocktail is then strained into a rocks glass with a large ice cube that melts slowly to keep the drink chilled without watering it down quickly.
The finishing garnish of a large orange peel slice is expressive and aromatic, releasing bittersweet citrus oils that enhance the Campari’s bitterness and the botanicals within the gin and vermouth. Serving the Negroni this way balances its distinctively bitter-sweet profile with freshness and clarity.
The simplicity of preparation emphasizes quality ingredients and precise ratios. The drink is typically enjoyed as an aperitif due to its robust and balanced flavor.
Using a large-format ice cube slows dilution and keeps the cocktail cold longer. Peeling the orange with a vegetable peeler ensures wide strips for optimal flavor release with minimal pith bitterness.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce gin
- 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- 1 trip orange peel
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker or large glass jar halfway full with ice. Add the Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth and stir until it's cold.
- Put a large format ice cube (or 2-3 regular-sized ice cubes) into a rocks glass.
- Strain your negroni into a rocks glass with a large ice cube and garnish with a slice of orange peel.
Notes
- Always garnish with a fresh orange peel to enhance aroma and flavor.
- Use a vegetable peeler to slice the orange peel to avoid including too much bitter pith.
- A large ice cube is preferred to chill the drink while minimizing dilution.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cocktail | |
| Calories | 164kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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