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The Negroni: Drinking to La Dolce Vita, with Recipes & Lore Hardcover – May 5, 2015

by Gary Regan (Author)
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"Gary Regan, an expert on drinks, explores the cocktail with recipes, classic and new, and shows how easy it is to experiment."
-- Florence Fabricant, The New York Times

"It's hard to imagine a 150-page book devoted to a single cocktail -- until you realize how many stories there are to tell about the Negroni. . . Regan is just the man to tell these stories."
-- Chicago Tribune 

"A former bartender and prolific author, Regan has uncovered a wealth of lore surrounding the Negroni, and has assempled a collection of historical recipes that explore the identity of the drink through its many permutations."
-- Wine & Spirits

 

About the Author

GARY REGAN writes The Cocktailian, a biweekly column for the San Francisco Chronicle. His work has been featured in magazines such as Food Arts, Food & Wine, Wine & Spirits, and Imbibe, among others. He is the author of The Bartender's Bible, The Book of Bourbon and Other Fine American Whiskey, The Bourbon Companion, New Classic Cocktails, The Martini Companion, and The Joy of Mixology.
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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Ten Speed Press (May 5, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1607747790
  • ISBN-13: 978-1607747796
  • Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 0.8 x 8.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsAn absolute joy to read!
By Ann A. on September 3, 2015
Format: Hardcover
I had such a blast reading through "Negroni" and I got some killer cocktail recipes out of it too. I loved this book because it had a specific cocktail focus (the negroni obviously) and it provided detailed information on the history and lore behind the negroni, none of which I had previously known! It was full of detailed information on what ingredients to use and why you should use them. My favorite recipe from the book? The "Bitter French". It is a beautiful blend of grapefruit juice, champagne, gin, and campari. The citrus and the bubbly keeps the gin and campari perfectly toned down and helps emphasize the fruitiness of their flavors. The only minute issue that I had with Regan's book was that some of the ingredients were a little hard to find and a tiny bit specific. However I tested out a few other recipes using cheaper substitutes and they all turned out wonderfully. Additionally, the covers, photos and pages were gorgeous and impeccably laid out. It made for such an inspirational and enjoyable reading experience.
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5.0 out of 5 starsEverything About the Negroni
By Roy Wagner on June 4, 2015
Format: Hardcover Verified Purchase
Excellent book for those interesting in getting to know ALL about this curious and enjoyable drink (once you've had it a few times).

Gary (Gaz) has done an collected together everything you need to know about and how to mix many variations. The photo illustrations are outstanding.
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4.0 out of 5 starsMore than just a Drink!
By Rachel on August 9, 2015
Format: Hardcover
Before receiving this book, I honestly had no idea about the Negroni. Come to find out, the Negroni is one of the simplest and most exquisite drink formulas around. It is a combination of one part gin, one part sweet vermouth, and one part Campari, which is served over ice. The combination of bitter and sweet in loved by both men and women and is considered a bartender’s favorite. The Negroni was invented in Italy in 1919 and since its invention recipes for over 60 variations of the drink have been developed by bartenders.

This book is more than just recipes, it includes the history of the drink, background information, stories about bartenders, simple directions, and enticing photographs. If you are a drink enthusiast, this book might be for you. After buying the initial three elements (1:1:1), the variations are fairly simple with as little as one added ingredient.
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5.0 out of 5 starsLa Dolce Vita, in cocktail form
By Sandra Manley on September 27, 2015
Format: Hardcover
"I've a passion for all things bitter- save for the odd ex-girlfriend."

Cocktail making is an elusive art, especially for a girl whose idea of drinking in college was Mike's Hard Lemonade and wine bottles with pictures of desserts.

in 2015, and it's time to adult.

Gary "Gaz" Regan, well known expert bartender, the Julia Child of booze, authors this little treat of a book, which outlines the history of the Negroni cocktail, along with an assortment of drink recipes. Equal part gin, vermouth (sweet), and Campari, this is a cocktail in a world of its own. I was glad to try a drink with an unexpected bite to it, similar to trying wasabi for the first time. Regan not only serves up multiple recipes, he explores the deep history of the Negroni's inception, and the impact it's made around the world.

I loved the alternative recipes, learning that if I ordered an Americano in a bar, instead of watered down espresso, I would get the classic Negroni, subbed with club soda instead of gin (pop! fizz! cilnk!).

I thought my favorite recipe would be the Bitter French, intended as a twist on the French 75 (sidenote: when did the French 75 become the new Cosmo?). The winner in my book was the Caricature Cocktail, a citrusy twist on the classic Negroni with Cointreau (subconsciously seeking my Cosmo, after all). Much to my taste buds' delight, both recipes include an unexpected complementary ingredient- grapefruit!

The little book packs a big punch. However (and I can speak from experience), it's light enough to carry to the local Binny's. I would recommend this title for folks looking to broaden their horizon of cocktails, and for that cocktail aficionado who always knows what to serve.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat guide to innovative cocktails
By J. C. Beadles on June 19, 2016
Format: Hardcover Verified Purchase
This is a wonderful book about not just the classic Negroni cocktail, but other cocktails made from Italian bitter liqueurs such as Campari, Fernet Branca and Cynar. The author gives you the historical background of the Negroni, probably over a hundred recipes for cocktails and lots of beautiful photos. We're in the golden age of cocktails and this book will show you how to prepare fun new drinks. Many of the drinks use Campari, which you can find at any liquor store. The book has inspired me to search my local liquor stores for the less well known liqueurs such as Cynar and Fernet Branca. Cheers!
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4.0 out of 5 starsGrab a bottle of Hendrick's gin then open this book
By Tina in Florida on October 27, 2015
Format: Hardcover
This isn’t an all inclusive cocktail book – this focuses entirely on a specific cocktail. The Negroni. The detail on its origins, historical cocktail information (very cool) and specific ingredients to use in making variations of this drink is interesting to read. The photos are colorful and pop with detail.

I like Hendricks gin quite a bit and that was one reason I wanted to review this book. Being a boring ol’ gin-n-tonic drinker I thought I would enjoy a twist of flavor combinations. Most of the ingredients listed may be found in any liquor store but there are some hard to find ingredients. One type of bitters has an orange and cinnamon flavoring but I couldn’t find that locally. Sounds good though.

This is a well laid out book and would make a great addition to anyone’s bar, especially for people who collect cocktail books. Hardcover, quality paper and lovely photos are the bonus with this Negroni recipe book.
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5.0 out of 5 starswitty and fun!

Fabulous, witty and fun!

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My favorite drink well documented.

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Excellent history and comprehensive knowledge of one of the best cocktails. The numerous variations on the classic recipe are fun and worth a try.

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A classic!

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5.0 out of 5 starsThe right book for Campari lovers

I have come to love Campari and Regan's book is a great addition to my cocktail book library. I haven't found a single recipe I don't like.

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1.0 out of 5 starsThe true inventor of the Negroni Cocktail

ccording to this book, a person by the name of "Count Camilo Negroni" allegedly invented the Negroni Cocktail. This is totally false. Read more

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The lore surrounding the Negroni is enough reason for the book but add recipes from some of the most accomplished bar folk on the planet, this is truly a great read. Read more

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