Phony Negroni Recipe
Make Phony Negroni Recipe in just 7m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base
Balance & Sweetness
Finish & Aromatics
Method
Base
- 1
Measure
Measure 3 tablespoons each of non-alcoholic bitter aperitif, non-alcoholic red vermouth substitute, and non-alcoholic gin substitute into a mixing glass or small pitcher.
- 2
Combine
Stir the three base components together gently to start marrying flavors.
Balance & Sweetness
- 3
Add 1/2 tablespoon simple syrup and 1/4 tablespoon fresh orange juice to the mixing glass. Stir thoroughly for about 10–15 seconds to dissolve and integrate the syrup and juice into the blend. Taste and adjust: if you prefer slightly sweeter, add up to another 1/2 tablespoon simple syrup; if too sweet, add a splash (1/4 tbs) more bitter aperitif or a drop more orange juice.
Finish & Aromatics
- 4
Fill a rocks glass with two large ice cubes. Strain the mixed Phony Negroni into the prepared glass over the ice.
- 5
Bitters (optional)
If using Angostura or non-alc aromatic bitters, add 1–2 dashes on top to introduce extra depth and spice. Stir once gently (3–5 rotations) to chill and integrate.
- 6
Garnish
Express the orange peel: hold the peel over the drink, skin side down, and give it a firm twist to release oils, then rub the rim with the peel and drop it into the glass as garnish.
- 7
Serve immediately and enjoy. The drink should be bitter-forward with rounded sweetness and bright orange aromatics, approximating a classic Negroni without alcohol.