Negroni Zesty Frost

This Negroni Granita with orange zest is a refreshing and zesty twist on the classic Negroni cocktail. The combination of blood orange soda, gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari is frozen into a delightful granita, creating a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion. The addition of orange zest brings a bright and citrusy flavor to this icy delight, making it an ideal choice for hot summer days or as a unique dessert cocktail for your next gathering.

Negroni Zesty Frost

A refreshing Negroni Granita with blood orange soda, gin, and Campari, frozen with orange zest for a zesty twist on the classic cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp chopped orange zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/8 cup blood orange soda or sparkling citrus soda
  • 1/8 cup gin
  • 1/16 cup sweet vermouth
  • 1/16 cup Campari
  • Blood orange slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, water, orange zest, and salt to make a simple syrup. Stir until the sugar dissolves, approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Mix the blood orange soda, gin, sweet vermouth, Campari, and the prepared simple syrup.
  3. Pour the mixture into a 3-quart baking dish, cover, and freeze until solid, for about 8 hours or overnight.
  4. Scrape the granita with a fork to fluff, then scoop it into serving dishes and garnish with blood orange slices.