This softer, more approachble twist on the classic 1919 Italian aperitif. It was created in 2011 by bartender Charlotte Voisey, who swapped the bold, punchy components of a traditional Negroni for lighter, botanical, and sweeter amao as alternatives. It was popularized by the late Gary Regan.
Unusual Negroni
Charlotte VoiseyThe Negroni: Drinking to La Dolce Vita.2010s
Spirit
Gin
Cocktail family
Martini · Negroni
Flavors
Bitter · Boozy · Sweet
Makes
Ingredients
- 1 oz London Dry Gin
- 1 oz Lillet Blanc
- 1 oz Aperol
Method
- Combine all ingredients in chilled mixing glass.
- Fill with ice and stir 30 seconds or until well diluted and outside of glass is frosty.
- Strain over a large rock of ice in an old-fashioned glass and garnish.
Equipment
- Mixing Glass
- Bar Spoon
- Julep Strainer
Glass
Rocks
Garnish
Grapefruit Wedge