Rum Negroni
Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 23.4% ABV ∙
The Rum Negroni swaps the gin for light gold rum and a splash of cachaça, stirred with amber bitter liqueur and rosso vermouth and served over ice.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Stir all ingredients with ice: Light gold rum 30 mlCachaça 5 mlAmber bitter liqueur 30 mlRosso vermouth 30 ml
- Strain into the ice-filled glass (preferably over a large cube or chunk of block ice)
- Garnish with an orange slice
Tips
- Stir over ice until the outside of the mixing glass frosts, about 30 seconds, then strain onto fresh ice.
- The cachaça is only 5 ml, and that's on purpose; much more and its grassy funk takes over from the rum.
History
The Rum Negroni is a modern twist on the Negroni that swaps the base spirit from gin to rum, trading the drink's juniper backbone for rum's rounder, molasses-driven character while keeping the equal-parts bittersweet formula intact. Variations built around Caribbean or spiced rum have circulated among contemporary bartenders and cocktail sites since around 2010, generally presented as a riff for drinkers who want the same bitter-and-sweet balance without gin's botanical profile.
FAQ
Is there such a thing as a Rum Negroni?
Yes. It replaces the gin with rum and keeps equal parts of bitter liqueur and sweet vermouth. This version uses 30 ml light gold rum plus 5 ml cachaça, stirred and served over ice.
Can you make a Negroni with rum instead of gin?
Yes, it is a well-known Negroni variation. Rum swaps the gin's juniper for a warmer, molasses-driven flavor, while the bitter liqueur and sweet vermouth stay the same.
What is a Negroni with rum called?
A Rum Negroni. This version uses light gold rum with a splash of cachaça in place of the gin.
