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Negroni

A classic Italian cocktail that's bold, bitter, and perfectly balanced. Stirred over ice and garnished with a bright orange slice, it's a timeless choice for a sophisticated evening.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
190
Negroni
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Ingredients

  • 1 oz gin
  • 1 oz Campari
  • 1 oz sweet vermouth
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 slice orange slice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a mixing glass with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour in 1 oz gin, 1 oz Campari, and 1 oz sweet vermouth.

  2. 2

    Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled and diluted, feeling the outside of the glass turn cold.

  3. 3

    Place a large ice cube or a few fresh ice cubes in a rocks glass. Strain the cocktail over the fresh ice.

  4. 4

    Garnish with 1 orange slice, expressing the oils over the drink by giving the peel a twist, then drop it in.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly balanced Negroni.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing glass
  • bar spoon
  • strainer
  • rocks glass

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