Negroni Recipe

Measure

Measure equal parts gin, Campari and sweet vermouth. For a single Negroni use 1 oz gin, 1 oz Campari and 1 oz sweet vermouth. (The ingredient list uses cups for bulk; substitute proportions remain 1:1:1.)

Prepare glass

Place a large ice cube or several large ice cubes into a short old-fashioned glass (rocks glass). If serving multiple cocktails, chill glasses briefly in the freezer or fill with ice while you prepare the drinks.

Stir

Add the measured gin, Campari and sweet vermouth into a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir gently for 20–30 seconds (about 15–20 full strokes) until well-chilled and properly diluted (mix is slightly reduced in temperature and slightly diluted).

Strain and serve

Using a strainer, pour the chilled mixture into the prepared rocks glass over the large ice cube(s).

Garnish

Express the oils of an orange peel over the drink by holding the peel skin-side down above the glass and giving it a firm twist so the oils spray onto the surface. Rub the peel around the rim if desired, then drop it into the glass as garnish.

Bitters or sugar (optional)

If you prefer a slightly rounder or more aromatic Negroni, add 1–2 dashes of Angostura bitters into the mixing glass before stirring, or drop a sugar cube into the serving glass and muddle briefly with a few drops of water before adding ice and straining in the cocktail. Stir again briefly to incorporate.