Negroni Recipes

Classic Negroni
A true classic, the Negroni is as simple as it is timeless. Here's how to create the perfect balance of bitter, sweet, and bold flavors.
Ingredients:
• 1 oz (30 ml) Gin
• 1 oz (30 ml) Campari
• 1 oz (30 ml) Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a mixing glass, combine the gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
2. Add ice and stir gently until well chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
4. Garnish with a twist of orange peel, gently squeezing it over the drink to release its oils before dropping it into the glass.
Sip slowly, savoring the perfect blend of flavors—a true taste of history.

Negroni Sbagliato
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 1 oz Prosecco
• Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions:
Pour the Campari and vermouth over ice in a glass, top with Prosecco instead of gin, and stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice. The "Sbagliato," meaning "mistaken," replaces gin with sparkling wine, for a lighter, bubbly twist.

Greek Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Mastika (Masticha)
• 1 oz Gin
• Orange or grapefruit slice, for garnish
Instructions:
Once you pour the Campari and Masticha over ice in a glass, top with gin and properly stir. Garnish with an orange slice or a slice of grapefruit. Pure Mediterranean pleasure with unforgettable Greek notes.

White Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Suze (or Gentian Liqueur)
• 1 oz Lillet Blanc
• Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir the ingredients over ice and strain into a glass with ice or serve neat. Garnish with a lemon twist. This pale version uses gentian and Lillet Blanc for a more floral, herbal taste.

Coffee Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir all ingredients with ice, then strain into an old-fashioned glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. This version adds a rich, roasted flavor to the traditional Negroni with a coffee liqueur substitute for vermouth.

Mezcal Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Mezcal
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Combine ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. Using mezcal adds a smoky, earthy complexity to the traditional recipe.

Frozen Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Crushed ice
• Orange twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Blend all ingredients with crushed ice until smooth, then pour into a chilled glass. Garnish with an orange twist. This icy take is perfect for hot days, providing a refreshing slush-like texture.

Rum Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Dark Rum
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Combine ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. Using rum adds a tropical, molasses-like sweetness to the Negroni.

Tequila Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Blanco Tequila
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Lime twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir the tequila, Campari, and vermouth over ice, strain into a glass, and garnish with a lime twist. The tequila brings a bright, citrus-forward twist to the classic recipe.

Aperol Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Aperol (substituting Campari)
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Mix the ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. Aperol is a slightly sweeter, less bitter substitute for Campari, making this version smoother and easier to sip.Tinto Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Red Wine
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Combine gin, red wine, and vermouth over ice, stir gently, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. The Tinto Negroni replaces Campari with red wine, creating a richer, deeper flavor that's fruity and robust.

Cynar Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Cynar (artichoke liqueur)
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. Cynar adds a deep, earthy bitterness that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of vermouth.

Vermouth Forward Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.5 oz Campari
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir the ingredients over ice, strain into a glass with ice, and garnish with an orange peel. In this version, the vermouth is the star, making the drink smoother and less bitter.

Summer Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Aperol
• 1 oz Blanc Vermouth
• Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist. The Summer Negroni uses Aperol and blanc vermouth for a lighter, fruitier cocktail.

Oaxacan Negroni
Ingredients:
• 0.75 oz Mezcal
• 0.75 oz Reposado Tequila
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Mix the mezcal and tequila with Campari and vermouth over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel. This Mexican-inspired variation combines the smokiness of mezcal with the brightness of tequila.

Chocolate Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.5 oz Chocolate Liqueur
• Orange twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir all ingredients over ice, strain into a glass with ice, and garnish with an orange twist. The chocolate liqueur adds a rich, velvety finish to the traditional bitter-sweet profile.

Sparkling Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Splash of Sparkling Water
• Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions:
Mix the gin, Campari, and vermouth over ice, then top with a splash of sparkling water. Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice. This variation adds light carbonation, making it refreshing and effervescent.

Negroni Rosato
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Aperol (instead of Campari)
• 1 oz Rosé Vermouth
• Grapefruit twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir the gin, Aperol, and rosé vermouth over ice, strain into a glass, and garnish with a grapefruit twist. This variation uses rosé vermouth, giving the drink a lighter, fruitier flavor with a touch of floral notes.

Negroni Speziato
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Spiced Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Cinnamon stick, for garnish
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients over ice, stir, and strain into a glass with ice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick. The Negroni Speziato brings warm, spicy notes to the cocktail by using spiced gin, perfect for cooler seasons.

Negroni Sour
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
• Egg white (optional)
• Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions:
Shake all ingredients (including egg white if using) vigorously with ice, then strain into a glass. Garnish with a lemon twist. The Negroni Sour adds a tart, citrusy twist with lemon juice and simple syrup, creating a smooth, frothy texture.

Smoked Negroni
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Smoked Gin (or regular gin with a smoked element added)
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
• Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
Stir all ingredients with ice, then strain into a glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange peel. The Smoked Negroni adds a smoky element to the classic recipe, enhancing its depth and complexity, perfect for fans of bolder flavors.

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Spring Negronis benefit from floral gin additions and fresh herb garnishes. Try adding a sprig of rosemary or thyme to complement the botanical complexity of quality gin.

Summer calls for lighter interpretations like the Negroni Sbagliato with Prosecco. The effervescence provides refreshing relief while maintaining the cocktail’s essential character.

Fall Negronis embrace warming spices and aged spirits. Consider barrel-aged gin or add a dash of cinnamon syrup for cozy autumn evenings.

Winter variations incorporate rich, warming elements. Coffee liqueur, chocolate bitters, or aged rum create comforting cold-weather adaptations.