Negroni: History, recipe & ingredients | Panda Gin

THE NEGRONI: RECIPE AND INGREDIENTS

The Negroni is an iconic Italian cocktail made with equal parts gin, Italian bitter, and red vermouth. Simple to prepare, it is distinguished by its balance between bitterness, aromatic notes, and the strength of the gin.

Ingredients for a Negroni:

• 3 cl Panda gin
• 3 cl Italian bitter
• 3 cl red vermouth
• Ice cubes
• An orange slice or peel

Pour the three spirits into a glass filled with ice, stir gently, and finish with an orange peel.

THE ORIGIN OF THE NEGRONI:

Legend tells of an Italian count named Camillo Negroni who is said to have been the creator of one of the world's most popular cocktails. The origin of the Negroni is thus said to be Florence. He had discovered gin during his travels and was a cocktail enthusiast.

One day, he decided to give his favorite cocktail, the Americano, a boost by asking the bartender to replace the sparkling water with gin. In 1919, the bartender modified the recipe by adding Campari, vermouth, and gin in equal parts to a glass, all garnished with an orange slice.

The result: a stronger, punchier cocktail that quickly gained popularity. Since then, the Negroni has become a world-renowned classic, appreciated for its perfect balance between the bitterness of Campari, the sweetness of vermouth, and the power of gin.

In conclusion, the legend of Count Camillo Negroni shows how a simple modification of a traditional cocktail could lead to the creation of a timeless classic. Today, this classic is served in bars all over the world and remains a popular choice for cocktail lovers.

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