Pisco Negroni Fizz
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1.00 fl oz Club soda
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first five ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
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Top with soda
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Garnish with orange slice
Cocktail Description
This fizzy Latin American twist on the classic Negroni brings unexpected brightness to one of cocktail culture's most beloved bitter formulas.
The Pisco Negroni Fizz swaps gin for Peru's signature grape brandy and adds fresh lemon juice, a touch of honey-herbal Bénédictine, and a splash of club soda to transform the original's brooding intensity into something livelier and more refreshing. You'll get all the familiar bittersweet interplay between Campari and sweet vermouth, but the pisco's floral grape notes and the citrus lift create a drink that's more approachable without sacrificing complexity. The fizz element makes this perfect for warm-weather sipping—think late afternoon cocktails on the patio or pre-dinner drinks when you want something stimulating but not heavy. Making it requires just a quick shake and strain, so it's weeknight-friendly for anyone comfortable with basic cocktail techniques. The bitter-sweet profile pairs beautifully with grilled meats, aged cheeses, charcuterie, or anything with a bit of char or saltiness to stand up to the Campari's assertive personality. Serve this when you want to show off your ability to put a fresh spin on a classic without wandering too far from what makes the original so captivating.
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