Mixpert reviewed recipe
Classic Negroni
Equal parts make this bittersweet Italian classic easy to remember, while proper chilling rounds its bold herbal edge.
Ready in5 minMakes1 servingCalories195Total sugar11g
Legal drinking age · Enjoy responsiblyStep by step
Make it like a pro.
- 01
Stir gin, sweet vermouth, and bitter aperitivo with ice for 20 seconds.
- 02
Strain over one large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- 03
Express the orange peel over the drink and place it in the glass.
Easy swaps
- Use bourbon instead of gin for a Boulevardier-style variation.
- Top with two ounces soda water for a longer, lighter drink.
Mixpert tips
- Keep opened vermouth refrigerated.
- Orange oil ties together the drink's bitter and herbal aromas.
Classic Negroni questions
Why is a Negroni made in equal parts?+
The equal-parts formula balances gin's botanicals with sweet vermouth and bitter aperitivo while staying easy to scale.
Is a Negroni supposed to taste bitter?+
Yes. It is intentionally bittersweet, but chilling and orange oil soften the bitterness.
