The Newgroni Recipe-December 2024-www.zdask.com

　　The classic Campari-based cocktail, the Negroni, is equal parts Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth. Starting with the classic formula but then deviating from it, I replace the piney flavor of gin with the naturally acidic apple and pear, boosted by the warmth of Calvados apple brandy. The orange bitters give the drink a dry finish so it’s not overly sweet.

Ingredients

serves 2

　　1 Granny Smith apple, cut into wedges

　　1 Bosc pear, cut into wedges

　　1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

　　3 ounces (6 tablespoons) Campari

　　3 ounces (6 tablespoons) Calvados

　　2 ounces (1/4 cup) Simple Syrup (page 224)

　　Seltzer

　　2 dashes of orange bitters

Step 1

Put the apple, pear, and thyme through a vegetable juicer. You should get about 1/2 cup juice.

Step 2

Divide the Campari and Calvados between 2 chilled highball glasses. Into each, pour 1/4 cup of the fruit juice, 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) simple syrup, a splash of seltzer, and a dash of orange bitters. Stir to combine.

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