Negroni 101: The 3-Equal-Parts Drink That Grows on You
Updated: February 4, 2026
Bitter at first, addictive later. Here’s how to ease into it.
Fun fact
If Campari is too bitter, swap to Aperol for a softer “intro Negroni.”
Base build
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz Campari
- Stir, big ice
Make it easier
- Use Aperol instead of Campari
- Try a Negroni Sbagliato (sparkling)