The Honeysuckle Negroni Recipe

For this cocktail recipe, Natalie Migliarini riffs on a classic Negroni by incorporating dry vermouth and homemade honeysuckle simple syrup with Campari and gin. It's the perfect aperitif for spring time sipping or just lounging on a Saturday afternoon.

The Story Behind The Honeysuckle Negroni

I love playing around with unusual ingredients, and I’m always eager to try out ones that don’t overpower the rest of a cocktail. I recently made a honeysuckle simple syrup that does exactly that: It brings a hint of light, fresh, and floral honey flavor that enhances cocktails. It entices your palate for another sip.

I was worried about incorporating it into a classic Negroni, so I swapped sweet vermouth for dry. It came out beautifully!

Ingredients In The Honeysuckle Negroni:

¾ ounce Campari
¾ ounce gin
¾ ounce dry vermouth
½ ounce honeysuckle simple syrup

Honeysuckle Negroni Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
Stir to chill and combine.
Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
Garnish and enjoy!

Honeysuckle Simple Syrup

Ingredients In The Honeysuckle Simple Syrup:

1/2 cup fresh honeysuckle
1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Honeysuckle Simple Syrup Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a small pot over high heat.
Bring to the boil while stirring continuously.
Allow to sit for 5 minutes to infuse, tasting frequently to determine desired intensity.
Rest in cool space, such as your fridge, for 10 minutes.