Negroni Welcome back to "Cocktails," the podcast that dives into the rich histories, perfects the recipes, and reveals the intriguing tales behind your favorite drinks. Today, we're sipping on the Negroni, a cocktail that’s as bold in flavor as it is in history. The Negroni is a quintessential Italian classic, known for its balance of bitterness and sweetness. The story goes that it was invented in Florence in 1919 when Count Camillo Negroni asked his bartender to strengthen his favorite cocktail, the Americano, by replacing the soda water with gin. The result was a stronger, more robust cocktail that quickly became a favorite.
