Simple drinks are all about quality. The better the gin, the better the drink. The easiest way to tell if a gin is high quality? Don’t buy the cheapest gin you can find. Try to invest in a mid-price range gin: the drink will only taste as good as the gin you invest in. Although the herbal flavors of the gin and the spiciness from the sweet vermouth are present, it’s really the Campari that boldly takes charge. What to Serve with Negronis

Dry white vermouth is used in martinis, like the Classic Martini, Dirty Martini and Cucumber Martini. In true aperitif fashion, Negronis bring on an appetite. They’re best served with appetizers or small bites before the main course. Serve: Optionally, add fresh ice. Squeeze a 1-inch wide orange peel over the glass to express its oils. Pinch and turn to make a twist and add to the drink as garnish. Cheers!

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If you aren’t sure what you like when it comes to gin, seek out a London dry such as Tanqueray or Beefeater. Both are herbal and juniper-forward. Boulevardier: Purportedly invented in Paris at world-renowned Harry's New York Bar, this version swaps the gin for whiskey or bourbon, using the same 1:1:1 ratio. The sweetness of the whiskey or bourbon helps to balance the bitter notes of the Campari. But if you are looking for a certain time of day to drink a Negroni, we would suggest mixing one up before your dinner. Garnish and serve. Use a knife to remove a 1-inch wide strip of the orange peel. Squeeze the orange peel into the drink to release the oils. Gently run the peel around the edge of the glass, then place it in the glass and serve. As for the sweet vermouth, there are a number of different options. We find that Carpano Antica is an excellent all-rounder for Negronis, while Cinzano Rosso also works well (as does Martini Rosso). For a Negroni of extra bitterness and complexity, rich and potent Punt e Mes is also a good selection.

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Botanicals like peach, Turkish rose, and raspberry blend well with Dry Vermouth and create a light drink. While this clearly is quite different from the original White Negroni recipe from Wayne Collins, the result is a delight. Exploring the Secrets of the Best Gins Oxford English Dictionary negroni". Dec 2009 . Retrieved 2009-12-29. The bitters are excellent for your liver, the gin is bad for you. They balance each other. ; Coshocton Tribune, 17 December 1947 By the way, the Netherlands is why we even can discuss the best Gins. The Dutch spirit Genever played a vital role in the history of Gin and is seen as the starting point for modern, British-style Gin. I appreciate the tips for selecting the vermouth, but what about the Campari and maybe more importantly the gin (which is the main ingredient). Are there any recommendations for those? Common variations include using an orange peel (or lemon peel) in place of an orange slice (especially outside of Italy), [2] stirring then pouring over ice, and sometimes stirring and serving straight up.

Together, they give you a drinking experience that is rich and delectably complex with a wonderfully moreish finish. What is so good about Negroni? Glowing red, the Negroni manages to be both sophisticated and simple at the same time and is definitely for a grown-up palate - for many it's simply too bitter. It takes its depth from the vermouth, is centred by the bittersweet liqueur, and is made to sing through the vitality of the gin. It makes the perfect aperitivo and, though popular the world over, is the traditional default during aperitivo hour in Milan. Nolet's Silver Dry Gin is very floral and fruity. The juniper notes are almost non-existent, and that's precisely why Nolet's Silver Gin is such a great fit.

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The earliest known recipe for a "negroni" in an Italian text is in Gandiglio (1947), where it is given as: [8] Nel bicchiere de acqua: un pezzo di ghiacco - ⅓ Bitter Campari - ⅓ Vermouth Grassotti rosso - ⅓ Gin - 1 buccia d'arancia; servite con del selz. In a water glass: one piece of ice - ⅓ Campari Bitters - ⅓ red Grassotti Vermouth - ⅓ Gin - 1 orange peel; serve with seltzer. Well, Negroni week is the best time to drink a Negroni! In the UK, Negroni week runs from September 18th to September 24th. A Negroni is just as delicious at any other time of the year too, of course. Orange zest (optional): An orange peel is gently squeezed, orange side-down over the drink just before serving. This releases some of the fragrant orange oils from the peel. The lovely citrus aroma highlights the citrus in the Campari. While optional, I urge you to try it once and taste the difference. That also shows in the quality of many Dutch Gins. The attention to detail and finesse in Gins like Rutte Dry Gin is exceptional. Best Gin for a White Negroni Although 1:1:1 is the classic ratio, I don't believe there's a one-size-fits-all ratio for a Negroni because it very much depends on the flavor profiles of the gin, vermouth and bitters that you're bringing together. I love Carpano Antica as a vermouth, but as an equal partner with gin and bitters in a Negoni, I find its stronger flavor profile dominates the drink too much.