While it’s hard to believe how quickly 2023 is going, autumn is fast approaching. With this comes the burnt amber colours of the leaves in the trees, earlier sunsets and, of course, the beloved Negroni with Negroni Week from the 18th-24th September. This iconic Italian aperitif is the ideal choice when looking for a tipple to indulge as the evenings get darker and you want an escape from the cold. Below we have put together some great places to go in London for Negroni week…
Citrus Negroni at Gaucho
Various Locations
This Negroni week, get yourself to Gaucho and celebrate with a fruity twist on the classic. One of Gaucho’s signature cocktails, the Citrus Negroni (£11), is full of zesty flavours and crafted from a blend of Tanqueray TEN, Campari, nectarine aperitivo, reconstructed lemon juice and gomme syrup, all topped with a tangerine foam. Available to enjoy nationwide, this fabulously fruity drink is perfect for sipping at the start of the meal or rounding off your modern Argentinian dinner, filled with sustainable steaks and signature South-American inspired dishes!
Fern
100 George Street, Croydon, CR0 1GP
Celebrate Negroni Week (18th – 24th September) at neighbourhood restaurant FERN in Croydon, London’s growing foodie neighbourhood. For this occasion, they have partnered with Ramsbury Distillery based in Wiltshire and their expert mixologist Yaw Asante will be showcasing three negroni specials to celebrate the week. Come and taste their signature twists on the negroni, with their British Sbagliatowith Ramsbury Raspberry and Wildflower Honey Gin, Asterley Bros Estate Vermouth from London and award-winning English Sparkling Wine from the Bolney Estate in Sussex, or their Negroni Sourfeaturing Ramsbury Single Estate Gin, Aperol, pineapple, lemon and Ms. Better’s Bitters. Of course, you can choose the old time Classic Negroniwith Ramsbury Single Estate Gin, Cecielo Rosso and Campari. All negronis will be priced at £10 each.
Green Negroni at Manetta’s Bar, Flemings Mayfair
7-12 Half Moon St, London W1J 7BH
For a luxurious cocktail experience, head to Manetta’s Bar located in Flemings Mayfair Hotel and try the Green Negroni (£17). Offering a lively atmosphere beneath the bustling streets of Mayfair, sip on the Green Negroni for a unique twist on the classic serve. Bold in colour, this signature drink carefully mixes Chase Gin with Luxardo Bitter Bianco, Midori liquor, Dolin Dry Vermouth and Drambuie, resulting in an eye-catching serve in elegant surroundings.
www.flemings-mayfair.co.uk/fine-dining-london/manettas-bar
Classic Negroni at Bocconcino Mayfair
19 Berkeley Street, London, W1J 8ED
Situated in the heart of Mayfair, luxury Italian restaurant Bocconcino serves up one of the best Classic Negroni cocktails in the capital (£20). Made with Bombay Sapphire, Antica formula vermouth and Campari, this classic Italian aperitif is all you need to practice the art of “Dolce far niente” (the sweetness of doing nothing).
https://bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk/
The Negronificio at Theo Randall at the InterContinental London Park Lane
One Hamilton Place, Park Lane, W1J 7QY
For the ultimate negroni serve in London, look no further than Theo Randall at the InterContinental with its menu of concoctions, including DIY negronis. Inspired by Theo’s Italian travels, take a sip of Theo’s Signature Negroni (£23) made using the Solera system: three different spirits, from three different barrels are rotated from the youngest to the oldest one every two months. Or for a bespoke serve, you can also create your own negroni, selecting your favourite Italian gin, vermouth and bitters to make the ultimate personalised tipple (£18). It doesn’t get better than this!
