Savor the sweet, summer flavors of strawberries and rhubarb in this riff on the classic negroni from bartenders Cat Cannon and Cecil Usher of Mindful Hospitality Group. The sweet infusions of fresh, summertime fruits blend seamlessly with smooth, sexy spirits into a delicious cocktail.
What Does Rhubarb Add to a This Negroni Recipe?
This springtime ingredient is fantastic for adding a new flavor to cocktail recipes you’re used to making over and over again. Rhubarb is usually pretty tart, almost with a sour undertone. Though, when combined with sweet elements like in our Strawberry Rhubarb Negroni, it becomes the perfect balance of both ends. Not to mention, spirits that you infuse with rhubarb gain this gorgeous light pink color.
Strawberry Rhubarb Negroni
Description
Celebrate the buddings of spring with a combination of sweet strawberry and tart rhubarb.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Fords Gin
- 1 oz Rosé Vermouth
- ½ oz Campari
- ½ oz Cocchi Americano
- 1 dash of rhubarb bitters
- Strawberry and orange slice, for garnish
Instructions
For the infusion:
- To infuse the spirits, take about 1 ½ cup of sliced strawberries, 1½ cup thickly-sliced rhubarb, and 1 ⅔ cup of liquor and place in an airtight jar.
- Let sit for about three to five days. When ready to use, strain out the rhubarb and strawberries.
For the cocktail:
- Stir all ingredients together with ice, then strain into a rocks glass with one large ice cube.
- Garnish with a strawberry and orange wheel, then enjoy! We recommend taking the traditional Italian route and pairing this negroni with pizza.
Notes
All spirits are infused with strawberry and rhubarb.
Recipe by Cat Cannon and Cecil Usher
Styling by Maggie Weaver
Photography by Dave Bryce
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