Negroni
CLASSIC · GIN

Negroni

The Negroni was allegedly born in 1919 when Count Camillo Negroni asked bartender Fosco Scarselli at Caffè Casoni in Florence to strengthen his Americano by swapping soda water for gin - a happy accident that became one of the world's most beloved cocktails.

Ingredients
Gin30 ml
Campari30 ml
Sweet Red Vermouth30 ml
Orange Slice
Ice
Glassware
old fashioned glass
Chilled.
Method
  1. 1

    Fill an old fashioned glass with large ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Add the gin, Campari, and sweet red vermouth directly into the glass.

  3. 3

    Stir gently for 20–30 seconds to combine and chill.

  4. 4

    Garnish with an orange slice or orange peel twist, expressing the oils over the surface of the drink before placing.

From the Bartender

The Negroni was allegedly born in 1919 when Count Camillo Negroni asked bartender Fosco Scarselli at Caffè Casoni in Florence to strengthen his Americano by swapping soda water for gin - a happy accident that became one of the world's most beloved cocktails.

Rating
4.5★· 2 sips logged
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