Blood Orange Negroni Cocktail Recipe

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A classic Negroni gets a bright, citrusy twist with blood orange juice. This refreshing cocktail mixes equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth with fresh blood orange juice and a garnish of blood orange slices.

Blood oranges add a deep red color and sweet-tart taste that pairs perfectly with the bitter notes of Campari. The seasonal fruit makes this Italian aperitif special for spring and winter entertaining.

This eye-catching drink takes just 5 minutes to mix. You can serve one or scale up the recipe for a party pitcher.

Blood Orange Negroni Cocktail Recipe

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This cocktail uses fresh blood orange juice and zest for a ruby-red drink with balanced bitter and sweet notes.

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Equipment

• Rocks glass
• Cocktail mixing glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger or measuring tool
• Fine-mesh strainer
• Citrus peeler
• Ice cube tray (for large ice cubes)

Ingredients

• 1 oz London dry gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• 1 oz fresh blood orange juice
• Blood orange peel for garnish
• Large ice cube for serving
• Regular ice for mixing

Instructions

• Fill a mixing glass halfway with regular ice.
• Add gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and blood orange juice to the mixing glass.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and combine.
• Place a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
• Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into the rocks glass.
• Use a citrus peeler to remove a strip of blood orange peel.
• Twist the peel over the drink to release oils, then drop it into the glass as garnish.

Notes

The best blood oranges are available from December through March.

Fresh juice gives better flavor than store-bought juice.

Store sweet vermouth in the refrigerator after opening. It will stay fresh for about one month.

Use high-quality London dry gin for the best results.

Large, clear ice cubes melt slowly and keep the drink from getting watered down.

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Tasting Notes

The Blood Orange Negroni greets you with bright citrus aromas and subtle herbal notes from the gin and Campari.

Sweet blood orange mingles with bitter Campari on the first sip. The gin’s botanicals add depth and let the citrus shine.

The cocktail has a silky texture and balanced sweetness. It finds a middle ground between classic Negroni intensity and refreshing citrus.

Key Flavor Notes:

• Blood orange: Sweet, berry-like citrus
• Campari: Pleasant bitterness
• Gin botanicals: Juniper and herbs
• Sweet vermouth: Dark fruit and spice

A gentle warmth lingers after each sip, with a clean citrus finish. The blood orange gives this cocktail a softer edge than traditional Negronis.

The deep ruby-red color matches the rich, complex flavors. Each ingredient stands out while blending harmoniously.

Substitute

You can make a Blood Orange Negroni with simple ingredient swaps. Regular navel oranges work well when blood oranges aren’t in season.

Alternative orange options:

• Cara cara oranges
• Mandarin oranges
• Seville oranges
• Orange juice with a dash of pomegranate juice

You can replace Campari with other bitter red aperitifs:

• Aperol (less bitter)
• Gran Classico
• Contratto Bitter
• Select Aperitivo

Try these sweet vermouth substitutes:

• Punt e Mes
• Cocchi Americano
• Lillet Rouge
• Dubonnet Rouge

For a non-alcoholic version, mix equal parts:

• Orange juice
• Non-alcoholic aperitif (like Lyre’s Italian Orange)
• Non-alcoholic vermouth alternative (like Martini Vibrante)

Add a splash of tonic water for more complexity in the alcohol-free version.

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