Negroni cocktail - the story
It was around 1919 in Florence when Count Camillo Negroni wanted to order an Americano cocktail, but decided it was time for a change. He wanted it with a hint of gin instead of soda, inspired by his recent trip to London and its gin scene. The Barkeeper was happy to comply with Count Camillo Negroni's request and added an orange garnish in place of the Americano's lemon wedge to draw attention to the new drink he had created. In Florence, the Count's "ordinary" became known as Count Negroni's Americano or "Americano with a hint of gin", but whatever it was called at the time, the Negroni was born.
Today, the Negroni is one of the most famous classic cocktails of our time. Everywhere in the world you will find a mixologist who can prepare the legendary Negroni for you. The original recipe, a perfectly balanced combination of equal parts Campari, red vermouth and London Dry Gin, is almost a century old and is still enjoyed today. The International Bartenders Association (IBA) lists Campari as an official ingredient in the Negroni, so there is no Negroni without Campari!
Negroni twists
Some Negroni twists have become cocktail classics around the world. These twists not only testify to the versatility of the Negroni, but also underline its influence on global cocktail culture, making it a basis for creative experimentation in the bar scene.
BOULEVARDIER
- Campari
- red wormwood
- Bourbon whiskey
This Negroni variant offers a wonderful balance between bitterness and sweetness and gives the classic Negroni a much richer and warmer effect.
OAXACAN NEGRONI
- Campari
- red wormwood
- Mezcal
In this multi-layered variation, mezcal is swapped for gin, resulting in a smoky, delicious version of the classic Negroni.
OLD PAL
- Campari
- Vermouth extra dry
- Whiskey
The Old Pal is a lighter version of the classic Negroni, swapping the richer red vermouth for its dry counterpart and the classic orange zest for a zingier lemon zest, making for a fresher, more summery drinking experience.
CARDINALE
- Campari
- Vermouth dry
- London Dry Gin
Another variation in which the red vermouth is replaced by its dry brother. Originally, Cardinale was made with Riesling Rhine wine, which gives it the freshness and lightness for which it has become famous.
NEGRONI SBAGLIATO
- Campari
- red wormwood
- Prosecco
The use of sparkling Prosecco instead of classic gin gives the Negroni Sbagliato its playful, light character.
