Rice Free Classic Strawberry Negroni
This cocktail is a vibrant, fruit-forward twist on a beloved Italian aperitivo, and it's genuinely stunning to look at in the glass. The homemade strawberry syrup is the star — just fresh berries, sugar, and water simmered down into a jewel-toned liquid that adds a natural sweetness to balance Campari's signature bitterness. Gin and sweet vermouth round everything out into something that feels both classic and a little unexpected. The whole build is naturally free of grains and starches, so there's nothing to second-guess about what's in your drink. Stirring over large ice for a full 30 to 40 seconds is worth every moment — it chills and dilutes the cocktail to exactly the right silky texture. An orange peel twist at the end adds a fragrant citrus note that ties the whole thing together beautifully. Whether you're hosting or just treating yourself, this one looks and tastes like something you'd order at a very good bar.
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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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