Negroni

There’s no denying it—the negroni is the drink of the moment, and I'm 1000% for it. From amaro's takeover in the cocktail scene to the viral negroni sbagliato (with Prosecco in it), this classic cocktail has seen a resurgence that rivals that of the espresso martini.

Bittersweet with hints of botanical flavors, this 3-ingredient cocktail will always be a favorite at Delish, even after it’s surpassed by the next Internet-famous cocktail. Whether you’ve been itching to try this “it” drink before ordering it out, have been a die-hard negroni stan way before it became popular, or are looking for a way to make it your own, my tried-and-true recipe is here for you.

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How To Make A Negroni

INGREDIENTS

• Campari: Italian Campari is sometimes called the “red heart of every negroni” and mustn’t be skipped. If you bought a bottle and don’t know what else to make with it, check out our Campari spritz.
• Gin: As for the gin, use your favorite high-quality brand, or consult our tried-and-tested list of favorite gin brands. Use your good alcohol here—this isn’t the time to bring out that cheap bottle your friend gave you years ago.
• Sweet Vermouth: When it comes to selecting a sweet vermouth for this cocktail, I recommend choosing a variety that has a more herbaceous flavor to play on the juniper notes in the gin. New to vermouth? Our list of favorite sweet vermouths will steer you right.
• Orange: An orange peel is used as the signature garnish for this cocktail—don’t skip it if you want the classic look.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Simply made from equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, this refreshingly bitter cocktail is a breeze to create. Fill up a measuring glass with the Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth, then give it a good stir with a bar spoon until chilled through.

Once well chilled, strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Then, garnish with your fresh orange peel, and get to sippin'.

Full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe below.

Negroni Variations

Tried the classic drink, and it’s just not really your thing? If you’re determined to make the negroni your go-to cocktail, never fear—countless variations have been made to the Campari-based drink over the years. Gin not your fave? Swapping it for mezcal adds a pleasant smokiness to the cocktail, whereas swapping it for whiskey adds rich, warming notes (known as the Prohibition era “Boulevardier”). Still feel like your negroni is too bitter? Try replacing the gin with rum to create the slightly sweeter Kingston negroni.

Want to take this cocktail into colder weather? Our fireside negroni is the perfect way to enjoy this cocktail while warming up your bones.