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Overview
Some cocktails go in and out of fashion. Some cocktails never go out of style. When it comes to the Negroni, the latter has proven the case for almost a century. And there are a few reasons that this drink remains a classic. Its beautifully bitter mix of gin, Campari and sweet red vermouth always hits the spot. Its origins, harking back to 1919 when Count Camillo Negroni asked a Florence bartender to switch the soda in his Americano to gin, are both simple and ingenious. And it's delicious, whether served according to the recipe or given a signature twist.
Sixty years later, bartenders are still perfecting the Negroni. Not one for the faint-hearted, it's a serious cocktail for serious drinkers. In knowing that, and wanting to pay homage to the popular sip, we brought in the pros from Rogue Gin Society and Juleon from Bedford Liquor and Soda to offer us some ideas and inspiration for this upcoming week of utmost importance, Negroni Week.
Head on down to Bedford Liquor & Soda during Negroni Week (1-7 June 2015) to enjoy some of these creations. Plus, email auckland@concreteplayground.co.nz with the header "ROGUE GIN" and the name of the final ingredient in the Rogue Bedford Negroni's video to win one of three $50 Vouchers to spend on Rogue Merchants & Co.
Rogue Bedford Negroni
The classic Negroni. Stir to chill. Serve with hand-cut glacial ice and garnish with orange zest.
30ml Rogue Society Gin
30ml Campari
30ml Regal Rogue Rosso
Burnt Orange Negroni
A small twist on the classic Negroni, with the addition of slightly burnt cinnamon on a wedge of orange. The warmth adds spice and sweetness.
30ml Rogue Society
30ml Antica formula
30ml Campari
5ml Bianco Vermouth
Garnish with a burnt orange wedge
Negroni Sbagliato
A lighter style gateway Negroni for the apprentice. Highly refreshing and uplifting.
30ml Rogue Society
30ml Cocchi Rouge
30ml Campari
Sparkling wine to top
Garnished with orange zest and flower
Pink Negroni
The sweetness of Lillet Blanc brings a subtle change to the classic, a hue of pink and the freshness of tarragon.
45ml Rogue Society
25ml Lillet Blanc
10ml fresh lemon juice
Dash of burlesque bitters
Garnished with fresh tarragon and a flower
Salted Caramel & Coffee Negroni
The perfect marriage. Fresh espresso provides your Negroni layers of texture and lift. The salted caramel adds the pop and sweetness.
30ml Rogue Society
30ml Espresso shot (Kokako Coffee)
30ml Cocchi Amaro
5ml Gran Poppy liquor
1 Tea spoon Salted Caramel syrup
Garnish with salted caramel popcorn
Smashed Juniper Negroni
Using Rogue Society Goldi Locks, this Negroni brings triple layers of citrus depth, with fresh hints of juniper.
30ml Rogue Society Goldi Locks
30ml Antica Formula
30ml Campari
Dash of orange bitters
Smashed juniper berries
Garnished with orange zest
Bottled Gold Negroni
A classic Negroni with more citrus and control. This bottled Negroni is liquid gold and perfect for the pocket, especially in the woods.
30ml Rogue Society Goldi Locks
30ml Campari
30ml Rosso Vermouth
Dash of orange bitters
For other cocktail inspirations including having your favourite cocktail ingredients delivered right to your door, head to Rogue Society's website.