Description
The Holiday Negroni is a festive twist on the classic Negroni cocktail, combining the rich amber flavors of rum with the bitter-sweet notes of Campari and vermouth, topped off with lively sparkling white wine for a bright and bubbly finish. Garnished with a fresh orange twist and cranberries, this cocktail is perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquor and Mixers
- ¾ to 1 ounce amber/gold rum
- ½ ounce Campari
- ½ ounce sweet vermouth (preferably Cocchi Vermouth di Torino)
- 3 oz sparkling white wine (preferably dry Prosecco)
Garnish
- Orange twist
- Fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Mix Spirits: Add the amber rum, Campari, and sweet vermouth to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir gently until all ingredients are well combined and chilled, ensuring a smooth blend of flavors.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes to keep the cocktail cool without diluting its balance.
- Top with Sparkling Wine: Carefully top the drink with 3 ounces of sparkling white wine, preferably dry Prosecco, to add a refreshing effervescence and brighten the cocktail.
- Garnish: Finish by garnishing the drink with an orange twist and fresh cranberries for a festive presentation and subtle citrus aroma.
Notes
- Recipe inspired by Bon Appetit.
- My favorite brand of sweet vermouth is Cocchi Vermouth di Torino.
- Feel free to adjust ingredient quantities according to your personal taste preferences.
- Best enjoyed immediately as sparkling wine loses its fizz if made ahead.
- Stir the rum, Campari, and vermouth with ice before topping to keep the Prosecco bright and bubbly.
- Variation: Swap the rum for gin or use blood orange bitters for a deeper winter twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
