To make a Negroni Spagliato, you will need the following ingredients:
- 25ml gin
- 25ml Campari
- 25ml sweet vermouth
- 100ml sparkling wine
- Ice
- Orange peel (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Pour the gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth into the glass.
- Stir to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or tall glass.
- Top with the sparkling wine.
- Garnish with an orange peel and serve.
History:
The Negroni Spagliato is a variation of the classic Negroni cocktail that is made with sparkling wine instead of gin. The Negroni cocktail was created in the early 20th century in Italy and is made with equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. The Negroni Spagliato was created by Gaspare Campari in the 1960s as a way to make the Negroni more refreshing and easier to drink in the summer.
The name “Spagliato” means “relaxed” or “laid back” in Italian, and it is thought to refer to the more relaxed, easy-drinking nature of the cocktail compared to the traditional Negroni. The Negroni Spagliato is typically served in a champagne flute or tall glass and garnished with an orange peel. It is a refreshing, easy-to-make cocktail that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.
Variations:
Here are a few variations of the Negroni Spagliato that you can try:
- Frozen Negroni Spagliato: Blend the ingredients with ice for a slushie-like texture.
- Spicy Negroni Spagliato: Add a pinch of chili powder or a few drops of hot sauce to the mixing glass for a spicy kick.
- Fruity Negroni Spagliato: Add a splash of fruit juice, such as orange or pineapple, to the mixing glass for a fruity twist.
- Herbal Negroni Spagliato: Add a sprig of fresh herbs, such as basil or mint, to the mixing glass for a fresh, aromatic flavor.
- Negroni Spagliato mule: Use ginger ale instead of sparkling wine for a sweeter, less effervescent twist.
- Negroni Spagliato sour: Add an egg white to the mixing glass for a frothy, sour-style Negroni Spagliato.
- Negroni Spagliato mojito: Add a handful of fresh mint leaves and a splash of simple syrup to the mixing glass for a mojito-like twist.
I hope these ideas give you some inspiration for experimenting with different flavors in your Negroni Spagliato cocktails. Enjoy!
The “House of the Dragon” Negroni Spagliato is a cocktail that was created to celebrate the release of the TV show “Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon.” It is inspired by the show’s setting of the fictional continent of Westeros, where dragons are a central theme. Created by Emma D’arcy in October 2022.
To make a House of the Dragon Negroni Spagliato, you will need the following ingredients:
- 25ml ounces gin
- 25ml ounces Campari
- 25ml ounces sweet vermouth
- 100ml sparkling wine
- 5ml grenadine
- Ice
- Orange peel (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Pour the gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and grenadine into the glass.
- Stir to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or tall glass.
- Top with the sparkling wine.
- Garnish with an orange peel and serve.
The grenadine adds a sweet, ruby-red color to the cocktail, evoking the image of a fiery dragon. This variation on the Negroni Spagliato is a fun and festive way to celebrate the release of “Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon” or any other occasion. I hope you enjoy it!
Here are 10 gins that would be great choices for a Negroni Spagliato cocktail:
- Bombay Sapphire: This is a widely available, premium gin that has a smooth, refined flavor.
- Tanqueray: This is a widely available, affordable gin that has a classic, juniper-forward flavor.
- Beefeater: This is a widely available, affordable gin that has a classic, juniper-forward flavor.
- Hendrick’s: This is a premium gin that is made with cucumber and rose petals and has a unique, floral flavor.
- The Botanist: This is a premium gin that is made with a variety of botanicals and has a complex, aromatic flavor.
- Martin Miller’s: This is a premium gin that is made with Icelandic water and has a smooth, refined flavor.
- Plymouth: This is a premium gin that has a smooth, balanced flavor and is considered one of the best gins for cocktails.
- Oxley Gin: This is a small-batch, craft gin that has a smooth, balanced flavor.
- Aviation Gin: This is a craft gin that has a smooth, juniper-forward flavor.
- Carounn Dry Gin: This is a craft gin that has a smooth, balanced flavor.
Any of these gins would be a good choice for a Negroni Spagliato.
