Cocktails
Italian
ItalianNegroni
The bittersweet Italian aperitivo built on equal parts gin, vermouth and bitter liqueur. The tiers climb from value spirits to a small-batch gin, artisan vermouth and a proper grand orange twist.
Vegan
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Nut-free
Contains alcohol
Better version
A characterful gin, Cinzano Rosso and Campari, properly stirred down.
Per serving£3.40
Total cost£3.40
Time5 min
Ingredients for 1
- 30 ml Tanqueray or similar gin
- 30 ml Cinzano Rosso vermouth
- 30 ml Campari
- ice cubes , plus 1 large cube for the glass
- To serve
- 1 orange , wide peel for the twist
Method
- Add the gin, vermouth and Campari to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- Stir steadily for 25-30 seconds until well chilled and diluted.
- Place one large ice cube into a chilled rocks glass.
- Strain the Negroni over the ice cube.
- Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface, then drop it in.
Equipment
- mixing glass
- bar spoon
- julep strainer
- rocks glass
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Value gin, own-brand sweet vermouth and Campari, stirred over ice.
Better
A characterful gin, Cinzano Rosso and Campari, properly stirred down.
Ultimate
Small-batch gin, Antica Formula vermouth and a flamed orange oil twist.
