Barrel Aged Negroni Recipe

Inspired by The Fat Duck

Time30m

Serves2

Gin, Campari, and Vermouth infused with Spices

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

6 oz Gin

6 oz Campari

6 oz Sweet Vermouth

Spices for Infusion

2 pieces Star Anise

1 piece Cinnamon Stick

4 pieces Cardamom Pods

4 pieces Cloves

5 pieces Black Peppercorns

For Serving

1 cup Ice cubes

1 piece Orange Peel

Method

Infusing the Spirits

Prepare the Infusion

In a clean, sterilized barrel or jar, combine the gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.

Add the Spices

Add the star anise, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns into the barrel or jar with the spirits.

Seal and Store

Seal the barrel or jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks to allow the flavors to meld. For a stronger flavor, you may infuse for up to 4 weeks.

Serving the Negroni

Prepare the Glass

Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.

Pour the Infused Mixture

Once the infusion is ready, strain the mixture to remove the spices and pour the infused spirits over the ice in the glass.

Garnish

Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink and place the peel in the glass as a garnish.

Serve

Serve immediately and enjoy your barrel-aged Negroni!