Neil Patrick Harris on the Sweet Science of “Remixing” Negronis

The Negroni is one of my favorite drinks, partially because it requires just three ingredients — Campari, Sweet Vermouth and Gin — all in equal parts.

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To begin your journey into the heart of Negroni remixing, you really just need to memorize the ingredients formula: - one part spirit (that’s the gin) - one part amaro or aperitif (Campari) - one part fortified wine (Sweet Vermouth)

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The Mezcal Negroni

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The Porto Negroni

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The Negroni Blanc

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Neil Patrick Harris on the Sweet Science of “Remixing” Negronis

The Negroni is one of my favorite drinks, partially because it requires just three ingredients — Campari, Sweet Vermouth and Gin — all in equal parts.

To begin your journey into the heart of Negroni remixing, you really just need to memorize the ingredients formula: - one part spirit (that’s the gin) - one part amaro or aperitif (Campari) - one part fortified wine (Sweet Vermouth)

The Mezcal Negroni

The Mezcal Negroni

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The Porto Negroni

The Porto Negroni

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The Negroni Blanc

The Negroni Blanc

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Our goal here is simple: to help you live a more adventurous, eventful and engaging life.

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