A beloved classic from Con Alma’s very first cocktail list, this Negroni is built around a base of Zafra rum. This rich, 21-year-old rum burnishes the drink to a special mellowness. Contratto, with its ingredient list of 28 herbs, roots, and spices gives added complexity, as do the bark and cherry notes of Amargo-Vallet.
What is an Aperitif in This Negroni Con Alma?
An aperitif can refer to either a beverage or liqueur to be consumed prior to dinner time. Usually, you’ll see two categories of aperitifs, either aromatized wine (vermouth) or an aperitivo bitter (Aperol and Campari). In the case of the Contratto Aperitif below, this bitter liqueur combines perfectly with our Negroni Con Alma. It adds a low-ABV element to this otherwise boozy cocktail, making it perfect to sip on while talking with friends or enjoying small bites before dinner. It’s a bit more complex and vibrant than Aperol but still adds a similar taste.
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Negroni Con Alma
Description
Just three ingredients mix up a version of the negroni that’s a bit darker.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the rum, Campari, Contratto Aperitif, and bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice and stir until well-chilled.
- Strain into a rock glass over a large ice cube.
Recipe by Hannah McKee, Con Alma Mixologist
Story by Keith Recker
Photography by Dave Bryce
Produced by Star Laliberte
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