The classic Negroni has undergone a playful transformation with the emergence of the Pink Negroni.
This variation adds a burst of fruity notes, creating a great looking and palate-pleasing tipple.
Pink Negroni Ingredients
- Gin: 30ml (1oz)
- Lillet Blanc or Cocchi Americano: 30ml (1oz)
- Campari: 30ml (1oz)
- Grapefruit Juice: 30ml (1oz)
- Simple Syrup: 15ml (0.5oz)
- Ice Cubes
- Grapefruit Slice (for garnish)
Pink Negroni Recipe
- Prepare Your Tools: You’ll need a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, a bar spoon or stirring stick, a jigger or measuring tool, a strainer, and ice cubes.
- Mix Ingredients:
- Add ice to your mixing glass or cocktail shaker.
- Pour in 30ml (1oz) each of gin, Lillet Blanc or Cocchi Americano, Campari, and grapefruit juice.
- Add 15ml (0.5oz) of simple syrup.
- Stir or Shake:
- Stir the mix gently in the mixing glass for about 15-20 seconds for minimal dilution. Alternatively, shake the mix in a cocktail shaker for about 10 seconds for a different texture.
- Strain and Serve:
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Garnish with a grapefruit slice or twist.
The Pink Negroni – Citrus and Sweet
The Pink Negroni is a fun twist on the classic Negroni. With the interplay of gin, aperitifs, citrus, and sweetness, this cocktail is a good balance of bitter, sweet, and tangy. Whether you’re a Negroni aficionado looking for something new, the Pink Negroni is a must-try tipple.
