Negroni - Recipe, Reviews, & Drink Information | Cocktail Friend

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Negroni
Contains Alcohol:  Yes
Style: Cocktail
Glass Type: Old Fashioned Glass
Ingredients: 3

Recipe:
1 oz Gin
1 oz Campari
1 oz Vermouth (Sweet)

Instructions

To make a Negroni, you need equal parts of Campari, dry gin, and sweet vermouth. Mix these ingredients in a mixing glass filled with ice, stir well, then strain into a rocks or Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with an expressed orange peel to add a citrusy aroma. The Negroni is known for its bittersweet taste, combining herbal, boozy, and fruity notes, making it a well-rounded and sophisticated cocktail​

Negroni - Summary

A Negroni is a classic cocktail known for its bold and bitter flavor profile. It is traditionally made by combining equal parts of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. The Negroni is known for its distinct bitterness from the Campari, balanced by the herbal and sweet notes of the gin and vermouth. It's a classic cocktail that has gained popularity for its strong and complex flavor profile. Remember to adjust the measurements according to your personal taste preferences and enjoy the Negroni responsibly. Cheers!

This drink style is classified as a Cocktail and is Alcoholic, so drink responsibly! The recommended glass type for this drink is Old Fashioned Glass. We say, feel free to serve it in whatever you have available; it will still taste the same :)

You may also use different variations of the same ingredient. For example, you could change up fruit types or sugar substitutes. Other substitutions would include different brands of liquor. For example, if your drink calls for a specific type of whiskey, you could try using bourbon instead of Irish.

Crafting cocktails should be fun, so get creative and make it your own. Who knows, you might find your next favorite!

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Negroni consists of 3 different ingredients, although you may not need all of them to make it work. Keep in mind, there are many different flavored spirts and brands, so never feel obligated to use any one in particular. If you don't have all of the below ingredients, you can always get crafty and try your own variations. You might even create your own version that tastes even better. Feel free to share your creations with the Cocktail Friend community!

Here are some of the potential core ingredients you'll want. Each ingredient links to other drinks containing that same ingredient:

  1. Gin
  2. Campari
  3. Vermouth (Sweet)
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