Name: Fridge Door Negronis
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces London dry gin; 8 ounces Campari; 8 ounces sweet vermouth; 8 ounces water; Strips of orange peel for garnishing

Why This Recipe Works

The Negroni is considered a classic aperitivo, even though the addition of gin makes it stronger than many other cocktails in this category. It has a distinct and enjoyably crisp bitterness that pairs perfectly with such savory and piquant appetizers as olives and cheese—and this is how it’s often enjoyed, predinner, throughout Italy.

Before You Begin

You can store the cocktail in a 1-quart Mason jar instead of a bottle if you’d like.

Instructions

Combine 8 ounces gin, 8 ounces Campari, 8 ounces vermouth, and 8 ounces water in 1-liter glass bottle. Cover and freeze until well chilled, about 2 hours. Prepare cocktails immediately or transfer to refrigerator and store for up to 1 month; return to freezer and chill for 30 minutes before preparing cocktails.

Gently shake bottle to recombine, then serve cocktails in chilled rocks glasses half filled with ice or containing 1 large ice cube. Pinch orange peels over drinks and rub outer edges of glasses with peels, then garnish with orange peels. Serve.