How to Use Negroni in a Sentence

Negroni

noun
Definition of Negroninext
  • Florence is the birthplace of the Negroni, so sipping one (or two) is a must.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2023
  • The Autumn Negroni isn’t in Maloney’s book or the bar’s website.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
  • In honor of the cocktail, the third week of September is Negroni Week.
    — Rob Ledonne, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
  • The Carretera, Bischoff’s take on a mezcal Negroni, was a favorite.
    — Jenn Rice, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Hawksmoor is also home to one my favorite cocktails of the last decade—the Sour Cherry Negroni.
    — Karla Alindahao, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023
  • At the bar, a rum spritz, a Negroni, or a house cocktail like the Shaken No. One (gin, strawberry-rhubarb syrup, and lemon).
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Swap out your gin for this bottle and make a Martini with a dash of pickle juice or in a Negroni.
    — Richard Carleton Hacker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Like that of a Negroni, its pungent tail demands another sip to find the sweet hit again.
    — Becky Cooper, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2024
  • Aperol stands in for Campari in this lighter, brighter take on the classic Negroni.
    — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 17 May 2024
  • Also on the drink menu was a classic gin and tonic with a signature sprig of rosemary, and a Negroni.
    — Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2024
  • Another rarity: There’s a full back bar, which goes a long way with guests who want to switch sips up with a Negroni or spritz.
    — Oset Babür-Winter, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2024
  • The intrigue: The mezcal Negroni is also worth tasting.
    — Kate Murphy, Axios, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The classic Negroni is one of the simplest and most beloved cocktails in the world, a combination of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2024
  • And for those in a real hurry to get to the theater: the Negroni bar serves a quick pre-curtain pasta and aperitivo.
    — Laurie Werner, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024
  • To see how Asunción is changing, take the elevator up to Negroni Rooftop, a cocktail bar in the ritzier, eastern part of town, where the view is the main draw.
    — Laurence Blair, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2024
  • The result is a clean, dry, and crisp spirit that’s perfect for cocktails like the Martini, Gin & Tonic, or Negroni.
    — Emily Price, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Raise a mock margarita or a phony Negroni — Dry January is once again in full swing.
    — Dani Blum, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Take a twirl under the disco ball, sip a Negroni by the saltwater pool, or simply vibe out next to Ernie, the property’s vintage VW bug.
    — Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Because a White Negroni by any other name would taste as bittersweet.
    — M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024
  • This one’s for those who love the complexities of a Negroni but want something a little different.
    — Lela London, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
  • Guests can sip on the signature Negroni al Fresco while people watching or unwinding after a day in the city.
    — Ryan Smith, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2024
  • The hearty fair is being paired with twists on classic cocktails like a Negroni with Jägermeister and a pina colada with absinthe and crème de menthe.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 Mar. 2024
  • Some low-proof options are made using wine or aperitifs—think a spritzer, or the famous Negroni Sbagliato (with prosecco in it).
    — Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2023
  • Its signature drink is the Evita, a tangy twist on the classic Negroni, and another winner is the bottled piña colada.
    — Catherine Garcia, theweek, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Sober people are not sipping tonic water as a means to pass judgment on you and your multiple Negronis.
    — Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2023
  • The Phony Negroni continues to delight, but its mezcal-ed up sister tastes even better.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 1 Feb. 2024
  • Six-word review: Bittersweet twist on Italy's classic Negroni.
    — Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 2 Aug. 2024
  • At which point bar patrons must wonder what, exactly, went into their Negronis.
    — Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2024
  • Campari also shines in an Americano (Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water) and the Boulevardier (a variation of the Negroni that uses whiskey instead of gin).
    — Emily Price, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Barriere was tasked with crafting an inventive take on the traditional Negroni.
    — Rachel King, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024

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