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The Negroni Sbagliato is a variation of the classic Negroni cocktail that originated in Milan, Italy. The name translates to "mistaken Negroni," referring to a story where a bartender accidentally substituted sparkling wine for gin. The drink consists of equal parts Campari, sweet vermouth, and prosecco rather than gin. This substitution results in a lighter, effervescent cocktail with a lower alcohol content while retaining the bitter flavor profile.
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What does 'Sbagliato' mean in Negroni Sbagliato?
The name translates to "mistaken Negroni," referring to the drink's accidental origin. The cocktail originated in Milan, Italy, when a bartender reportedly made a mistake by accidentally substituting sparkling wine for gin. The result was a lighter, bubbly variation of the original drink.
What is the recipe for a Negroni Sbagliato?
The drink consists of equal parts Campari, sweet vermouth, and sparkling wine, typically Prosecco. The gin found in a classic Negroni is completely omitted and replaced by the bubbly wine. It is usually built directly in a glass filled with ice and garnished with an orange slice.
Why did the Negroni Sbagliato become popular on TikTok?
The cocktail went incredibly viral on TikTok in the fall of 2022 after an interview with "House of the Dragon" actor Emma D'Arcy. Their enthusiastic description of the drink as having a "nice little twist" sparked a massive wave of mixology videos. Millions of users recreated the drink.
Where was the Negroni Sbagliato invented?
The Negroni Sbagliato was invented at Bar Basso in Milan. The story goes that a bartender grabbed a bottle of Prosecco instead of gin while making a standard Negroni. Bar Basso is still operational and serves the famous drink to this day.
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