Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni
A perfectly balanced Negroni with herbal vermouth and bitter Campari, stirred to chill and served over a large ice cube. This cocktails-inspired quick meals ready in about 5 minutes pairs gin, sweet vermouth, Campari for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 large ice cube
- 1 orange twist
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 large clear ice cube into a rocks glass.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled halfway with ice cubes, combine 1 oz gin, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 1 oz Campari.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass over the large ice cube.
- Step 5: Express an orange twist over the glass to release oils, then rim the glass with the twist before resting it on the ice as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep gin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herbal Vermouth and Campari Stirred Negroni?
Cocktails quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
