Dairy Free Classic Strawberry Negroni
A Negroni is already one of the most satisfying cocktails you can make at home, and this strawberry twist takes it somewhere genuinely special. The homemade strawberry syrup is the real star — just a handful of fresh berries, sugar, and water simmered down into a jewel-bright, deeply fruity concentrate that plays beautifully against the bitter edge of Campari. Because the whole drink is built from spirits, vermouth, and that simple from-scratch syrup, there's nothing to worry about on the dairy front — no cream liqueurs, no hidden milk solids, just clean, bold ingredients. Stirring it low and slow over a big ice cube gives you that silky, perfectly chilled texture that makes a great Negroni feel like a proper occasion. The orange peel twist at the end isn't just pretty — it adds a bright citrus aroma that ties the whole glass together. Whether you're hosting or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one is worth every second of the stir.
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2 servings
For the strawberry syrup
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For the cocktail
- 3 oz gin
- 2 oz campari
- 2 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz strawberry syrup (from above)
- large ice cubes, for mixing and serving
For serving
- 2 fresh strawberries, halved, for garnish (optional)
- 2 orange peel twists, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then press the strawberries gently with the back of a spoon and cook until the berries are fully softened and the syrup is a deep pink, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
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