Barsys
Floral Negroni
About
The Floral Negroni cocktail takes the familiar bones of a Negroni and softens them with flowers instead of spice. By swapping sweet vermouth for elderflower liqueur, the drink shifts away from dark, herbal depth and into something lighter, brighter, and more aromatic.
Reyka vodka keeps the structure clean and neutral, letting the elderflower bring gentle honeyed sweetness while Campari does the heavy lifting on bitterness. The result is a drink that still feels bold and grown-up, but less brooding than the original. Served over a large cube in a rocks glass, the Floral Negroni is smooth, expressive, and easy to settle into - a great aperitivo for people who like bitterness, just not too much of it.
Shaken or Stirred? Stirred. Stirring keeps the drink clear and controlled, allowing the floral notes to stay delicate rather than aggressive.
What You'll Need
For one Floral Negroni Cocktail:
- 1.0 oz Reyka Small Batch Vodka
- 1.0 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1.0 oz Campari
Glass: Rocks glass
Garnish: Orange peel
Pro Tip: Express the orange peel over the glass and discard or rim lightly - citrus oil lifts the florals without adding sweetness.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
- Add vodka, elderflower liqueur, and Campari to a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled and fully integrated.
- Strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube.
- Garnish with an expressed orange peel.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
The Barsys Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker is perfect for the Floral Negroni cocktail. Load vodka, elderflower liqueur, and Campari, let the Coaster guide equal pours, then stir and strain. Simple build, flawless balance.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
With equal parts and no juice to hide behind, precision is everything. Barsys ensures the elderflower stays fragrant, the Campari stays bold, and the drink never tips too sweet or too bitter.
Sip Setting
Best enjoyed during golden hour, before dinner, or anytime you want something elegant that doesn’t feel heavy or boozy.
Garnish Game
An orange peel is all you need. It ties the floral sweetness and bitter citrus together without stealing focus.
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FAQs
What is a Floral Negroni cocktail?
It’s a Negroni-style drink made with vodka, elderflower liqueur, and Campari instead of gin and sweet vermouth.
Is this cocktail sweet?
It’s lightly sweet from elderflower, but still firmly bitter and balanced.
How does this differ from a classic Negroni?
The floral notes replace spicy, herbal vermouth, making the drink brighter and more aromatic.
When should I serve a Floral Negroni?
It’s ideal as an aperitivo or early-evening cocktail.
Can I batch this cocktail?
Yes. Batch equal parts and stir individual servings over ice before serving.
Is this a strong cocktail?
It’s balanced and smooth rather than aggressive, despite its bitter profile.