Negroni - Stanley Tucci Style
A sophisticated and bold Italian cocktail that balances bitterness, sweetness, and herbaceousness. The Stanley Tucci version gives it a modern flair by shaking it and serving it up, rather than on the rocks.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or shot glass
- Coupe or rocks glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin or vodka, with a float of gin for aroma, per Tucci
- 1 oz Sweet vermouth preferably a high-quality Italian brand
- 1 oz Campari
- Orange slice
Instructions
- Fill your cocktail shaker with a generous amount of ice. Tucci recommends shaking instead of stirring for a crisper texture.
- Add 2 oz of gin to the shaker. Optionally, substitute with vodka and float a splash of gin for aroma.
- Add 1 oz of sweet vermouth. Choose a reputable Italian vermouth like Carpano Antica Formula.
- Add 1 oz of Campari. This provides the signature bitterness and deep red hue.
- Shake well for about 15–20 seconds until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Tucci serves his Negroni “up,” though you can also pour over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
- Squeeze a slice of orange into the drink for citrusy brightness and drop it into the glass.
- Sip and channel your inner Stanley Tucci.
Notes
- For a lighter version, reduce the Campari slightly or add a splash of soda.
- Always use fresh orange—not bottled juice