We've spotted the Negroni cocktail in more than a handful of publications in the past few months, and it seems like there are few restaurants without their own variation of the classic recipe. The magic occurs when you combine equal parts of the following three ingredients: gin, bitters, and sweet vermouth. Traditionally one uses Campari, although we enjoy twisting the details with Luxardo. As a decadent alternative to regular sweet vermouth, we employ the rich and woodsy Carpano Antica, a great touch when enjoying these sweet and savory cocktails in the dead of winter.
And, where will you find our favorite Negroni in Manhattan? Eagle-eyed readers may recognize our favorite in the photo above. To experiment with your own Negroni at home, take a look at our featured ingredients below.
The Gins
Just about any reliable gin will make a delicious Negroni, but our special recipe calls for the highly-aromatic Seneca Drums from Finger Lakes Distilling. Remember, you're looking for three equal parts of three ingredients - the worst thing you can do is add too much gin.
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The Bitters
Tradition calls for Campari, but our own version relies on Luxardo Bitters for a subtle mintiness in the final elixir.
Vermouth
Any decent sweet vermouth will do, but try using Carpano Antica for an added richness. The final touch is the garnish: a thin slice of orange added to the glass with a gentle swirl completes your Negroni cocktail. Cheers!
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