Negroni with Smoked Orange Bitters

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

A bold Negroni cocktail elevated by the addition of smoked orange bitters, delivering a smoky citrus depth to balance the classic bitterness. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, sweet vermouth, Campari 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.

Ingredients

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• 1 oz Campari
• 2 dashes smoked orange bitters
• 1 strip orange peel
• as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes and pour in 1 oz gin, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 1 oz Campari.
2. Step 2: Add 2 dashes of smoked orange bitters to the mixture.
3. Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds until the cocktail is well chilled and slightly diluted.
4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with large ice cubes.
5. Step 5: Twist 1 strip of orange peel over the glass to release aromatic oils, rim the glass with the peel, and drop it in as garnish.