Classic Negroni Cocktail
The Negroni is a classic cocktail made with sweet vermouth, gin, and Campari, Italy's most popular aperitif.
Originally developed by Gaspare Campari in 1860 to serve in his Milan café, Campari is a proprietary infusion of aromatics, herbs, and fruits.
It is Italy's most popular aperitif and its distinctive taste and vivid color make it a favorite for creating both classic and contemporary cocktails.
Here you'll find a recipe for the Negroni and its most popular variation, The Americano.
Both include sweet vermouth, and while any brand will do, if you want to stay authentic, pick up a bottle of Cinzano Rosso.
Classic Negroni
The Negroni is a classic cocktail made with sweet vermouth, gin, and Campari, Italy's most popular aperitif.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce Cinzano Rosso Vermouth (or other sweet vermouth)
- 3/4 ounce gin
Instructions
- Pour all the ingredients into a highball glass with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.
Notes
The Americano Cocktail
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- Soda
Pour the Campari and vermouth into a highball glass filled with ice and stir.
Top with club soda and garnish with a slice of orange.
