Citrus Negroni Twist

Old Fashioned & Riffs • April 09, 2026

Curiada Ingredients

1.50 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.75 fl oz Aperol Aperitivo or alternative
0.75 fl oz Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth or alternative
0.20 fl oz Tempus Fugit Gran Classico Bitter Liqueur or alternative
1.00 dash Angostura Aromatic Bitters or alternative

Directions

Add ice to mixing glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Stir well with bar spoon
Fill rocks glass with fresh ice
Strain mixture into ice-filled rocks glass
Express grapefruit zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

This isn't your grandfather's Negroni—it's brighter, lighter, and ready to shake up everything you thought you knew about this Italian classic.

The Citrus Negroni Twist takes the traditional formula and gives it a sunny makeover by swapping Campari for Aperol and adding Gran Classico Bitter, creating a drink that's less aggressively bitter and more pleasantly orangey. Beefeater gin provides a sturdy backbone of juniper and botanicals, while sweet vermouth adds richness and a hint of spice. The grapefruit zest garnish reinforces the citrus theme, making each sip feel like a Mediterranean afternoon condensed into a glass. This drink shines during warm-weather gatherings or as a pre-dinner sipper that won't overwhelm your palate before the meal arrives. Making it is dead simple—just stir everything with ice and strain over fresh cubes, no fancy techniques required. The flavor profile pairs beautifully with charcuterie boards, grilled seafood, or anything with salty, savory notes that can stand up to the drink's complexity without getting lost.