This is the classic Italian way to open a meal: the Negroni, a bittersweet palate cleanser that makes way for the evening’s delights. Adding a bottle of Campari to the liquor cabinet opens up a world of cocktail possibilities. In any case, drink this cold.

This version came to us from Jim Meehan, a bartender and an owner of Please Don’t Tell, a speakeasy in the East Village.

(The New York Times)

Ingredients

  • 1¼ ounces gin
  • 1¼ ounces Campari
  • 1¼ ounces sweet vermouth
  • Orange twist, for garnish
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (1 serving)

      204 calories; 0 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 2 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

1 drink

Preparation

  1. Stir all liquid ingredients with ice. Strain into chilled rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange twist.

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