Heads up! Take it easy on this Negroni recipe, or you may end up like the cocktail’s name: punch drunk. Traditionally speaking, the Negroni has equal parts Campari, gin, and sweet red vermouth and is always garnished with an orange wheel. This recipe calls for all the ingredients of a classic Negroni, but a fruity simple syrup and a bit of brut champagne make the Punch Drunk cocktail all too easy to drink. Don’t say we didn’t warn you…
Which Kind of Vermouth Should You Use For Your Negroni Cocktail?
For a Negroni cocktail, you want a well-balanced vermouth that is neither too soft nor too robust. The Goldilocks “just right” of vermouths, if you will. Some brands to consider are Cinzano Rosso, Hotel Starlino, or Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, or what we used in the Punch Drunk Negroni, Carpano Antica Formula. We felt this would pair best with the strawberry rhubarb simple syrup as a red vermouth with a richness and depth of character that stands up well to other ingredients. The champagne top means you need something that won’t get watered down, so a strong vermouth is a must.
Recipe by Dan Ball, Hyeholde Mixologist
Photography by Dave Bryce
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