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Negroni Recipe (Classic Italian Aperitif)

This classic Italian aperitif is a little bit bitter, a little bit herbal, and a little bit sweet. If you ask me, it's perfect.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: campari cocktails, classic cocktails, gin cocktails, vermouth cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Carolyn Gratzer Cope

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) gin
  • 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) sweet vermouth (rosso)
  • 1 ½ ounces (45 ml) Campari
  • Orange twist or slice to garnish

Instructions

  • Place plenty of ice into a mixing glass.
  • Pour in the gin, vermouth, and Campari.
  • Stir well until chilled.
  • Strain into an ice-filled single old-fashioned glass.
  • G?arnish with twist of orange peel or a small slice of orange, and serve.

Notes

  1. If you like, you can batch this Italian aperitif for a party. To make eight drinks: Up to 24 hours before serving time, stir together in a pitcher 1 1/2 cups gin, 1 1/2 cups red vermouth, 1 1/2 cups Campari, and 1/2 cup cold water. Cover and chill until serving time. Prepare glasses and garnishes right before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal

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