Negroni-Inspired Bitter Aperitif Cocktail

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A classic bitter cocktail featuring equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, balanced with a hint of citrus zest for a sophisticated, palate-awakening drink. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, Campari, sweet vermouth for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Italian cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes to chill it thoroughly.
  2. Step 2: Pour in 1 oz gin, 1 oz Campari, and 1 oz sweet vermouth over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Stir the mixture gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
  4. Step 4: Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Step 5: Express the oils from 1 strip of orange peel over the drink by holding the peel with the outer side facing down and giving it a sharp bend, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass as garnish.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy the balance of bitter, sweet, and aromatic flavors.

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