How to make a Negroni cocktail? This classic aperitif could not be easier and simpler to make. Unique combination of Campari, Gin and sweet Vermont gives Negroni a bittersweet flavour. Sweetness from Martini Rosso gets contra balanced with the bitterness of the Campari and gin. Giving Negroni an utterly unique and acquired taste.
Do you shake Negroni?
Absolutely not, this drink is made to be stirred and not shaken. This aperitif which is served before dinner with nibbles and appetizers in Italian bars which needs to be quick to make so the customers have a drink before getting home for dinner.
Talking about dinner, have you ever tried a nutella and ricotta mouse?!
Where is Negroni originates from?
It is believed that Negroni is coming from Florence, Italy. Therefore, it was first made in 1919 at Café Casoni, when Count Camillo Negroni asked for an ‘Americano with a little extra kick’. The barman Fosco Scarselli experimented by adding a little gin to Count’s favourite aperitif, which soon became Count Negroni favourite drink.
Let me show you how to make a negroni!
Ingredients
1 shot Campari
1 shot Gin
1 shot Martini Rosso
Orange peel for decoration
Method
- Add some ice in to the old fashion glass
- Pour in Campari, Gin and Martini Rosso
- Stir the mixture
- Add orange peel for decoration
- Enjoy
If you find the cocktail a little strong and bitter flavours do not satisfy your pallet, you might prefer Frangelico Cocktail!
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Equipment
- Old fashion glass
- Cocktail stirrer
- Cocktail measure
Ingredients
- 1 shot Campari
- 1 shot Gin
- 1 shot Martini Rosso
- Orange peel for decoration
Instructions
- Add some ice in to the old fashion glass
- Pour in Campari, Gin and Martini Rosso
- Stir the mixture
- Add orange peel for decoration
- Enjoy
Notes
Hint and Tips
You can add the mixture to the cocktail shaker, then stir it and sieve into the glass. Negroni is not supposed to be shaken, but only stirred. Therefore, no need for a shaker!We hope you have learned how to make a Negroni with this recipe. This particular aperitif is one of my favourites!
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I’m 100% going to try this at the weekend – I love a Negroni but have never made one myself!
You know how some cocktails bring back memories? I love a good negroni and it reminds me of a beach holiday I had not so long ago. I’ve never tried making one though and not sure why considering I love it! Might give this recipe a go.
I love old fashioneds, so this is like that but with a fun twist. I can’t wait to try!
I’ve never had this drink before! The combination sounds delicious!!
Never had this before! But this Negroni cocktail look sooo tasty and refreshing to have!
I love gin cocktails! My go-to has always been a gimlet or gin, tonic, and bitters. I’ve got to try your negroni recipe!