Negroni
The Negroni is the definitive bittersweet Italian aperitivo. With Humdinger Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin, it gains warm spice and silky depth; with Humdinger Dry Gin, it’s crisp, classic, and beautifully balanced. Either way, this three-part cocktail is an effortless way to showcase great gin.
Cocktail Ingredients
- 30ml Humdinger Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin (or Humdinger Dry Gin)
- 30ml Campari
- 30ml sweet vermouth
- 1 large ice cube
- Orange peel twist
Cocktail Method
- Add the gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari to a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled and silky.
- Strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube.
- Express the orange peel over the drink and garnish.
Flavour Profile
Bittersweet orange and herbal complexity from Campari and vermouth, lifted by juniper and citrus from the gin. The Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin adds vanilla, gentle oak, and warm spice; the Dry Gin keeps things bright, lean, and classically Negroni.
Why Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin?
Barrel time brings subtle vanilla and baking-spice notes that round Campari’s bite and add length to the finish. It turns a great Negroni into a slow-sipping, after-dinner standout.
Recommended Gin Choices
- Humdinger Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin for a richer, spiced Negroni
- Humdinger Dry Gin for a crisp, classic profile
A Little History
Created in Florence in the early 1900s, the Negroni is credited to Count Camillo Negroni, who asked for his Americano to be stiffened with gin instead of soda. Its equal-parts simplicity and bold flavour made it a timeless staple.
Variations
- White Negroni: Swap Campari for Suze (or other gentian aperitif) and use a dry, floral vermouth for a lighter, herbal take.
- Negroni Sbagliato: Replace gin with sparkling wine and build over ice for a bubbly, lower-ABV riff.
- Boulevardier: Replace gin with bourbon or rye for a richer, whiskey-forward cousin.
Serving Tip
Use a big, clear ice cube to slow dilution and keep the texture silky. Adjust sweetness by choosing a slightly drier or richer vermouth to taste.
Mix yours with Humdinger Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin or Humdinger Dry Gin
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