1. Prepare the Mixing Glass:
Begin by setting up your mixing glass. It's essential for this cocktail as it allows you to gently stir the ingredients while maintaining their clarity and texture.
2. Add the Ingredients:
Pour 40 ml of Barrel Aged Gin, 30 ml of Bianco Vermouth, and 20 ml of Montenegro Amaro into the mixing glass. The Barrel Aged Gin, aged in a whisky cask, brings a delightful oak note that complements the bitterness of the vermouth and amaro.
3. Stir with Care:
Add ice to the mixing glass and gently stir the ingredients for approximately 30 seconds. The stirring action chills the mixture while ensuring that the flavours meld together harmoniously.
4. Prepare the Rocks Glass:
In the meantime, prepare a rocks glass by placing a large ice cube in it. The use of a large ice cube minimises dilution while keeping the cocktail cold.
5. Strain the Mixture:
Using a strainer, carefully pour the stirred mixture from the mixing glass into the rocks glass over the large ice cube. This method ensures a smooth and elegant presentation.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
Your Oaked White Negroni is now ready to be enjoyed. This cocktail is a testament to the art of mixology, offering a unique twist on the classic Negroni. It showcases the sophistication of aged gin while maintaining the bitter-sweet balance of the original. Sip slowly, savouring the layers of flavour and the subtle oakiness imparted by the whisky cask-aged gin.