History of Schiller’s Negroni
The Schiller’s Negroni is a unique twist on the classic Negroni cocktail. The original Negroni was invented in Florence, Italy, in 1919, when Count Camillo Negroni asked his bartender to strengthen his favorite cocktail, the Americano, by replacing soda water with gin. This resulted in a perfect blend of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, giving birth to the iconic Negroni.
Schiller’s Negroni pays homage to this classic by adding a personal twist, often found in various bars and restaurants. Named after the legendary Schiller’s Liquor Bar in New York City, this variation often includes a touch of innovative ingredients or a slight change in proportions, reflecting the creativity of modern mixologists while maintaining the essence of the original.
Taste Notes of Schiller’s Negroni
Schiller’s Negroni retains the robust and bitter-sweet character of the original Negroni but often features a slightly smoother and more complex flavor profile. The gin provides a botanical base, while the Campari brings in its signature bitterness and citrus notes. Sweet vermouth adds a rich, sweet, and herbaceous layer. In Schiller’s version, you might detect subtle variations, such as a hint of citrus zest or an additional botanical note, which adds depth without overpowering the classic bitterness. The result is a well-balanced cocktail that is both refreshing and intriguingly complex, making it a favorite among Negroni enthusiasts looking for a modern twist.
SCHILLER’S NEGRONI
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minutesMartini glass
Orange twist
We’ve updated this classic by replacing the main ingredient,Campari, with Lillet Blonde. We consider it a French twist onthis classic Italian drink.
Ingredients
1 oz. Beefeater gin
1 oz. sweet vermouth
1 oz. Lillet Blonde (French aperitif)
1 orange twist, for garnish
Directions
- Pour the gin, sweet vermouth, and Lillet into a cocktailshaker with ice.
- Stir with a bar spoon for 40 to 45 revolutions and pour intoa chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
