{"title":"Negroni -- Variation #3","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is my ideal Negroni. The gin-forward split allows The Botanist's huge botanical profile to stand tall next to the classic Campari bitterness and rich Cocchi spice. It creates a brighter, more complex version where every ingredient has its say. This is balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"campari-aperitivo","title":"Campari Aperitivo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Campari Aperitivo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #fbbf24;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePerhaps the world's most well recognized red bitter aperitif, Campari Aperitivo put the Negroni on the map. But, Campari is so much more than the Negroni!  The Spritz defines summer in a bottle.  The Americano was even a favorite of James Bond in several of the earlier 007 novels and movies. Campari's beautiful deep red color and distinctive citrusy bitter taste palate make it a cocktail-making classic.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampari takes its unique character from the herb and fruit infusion at the heart of its production process.  A secret blend of herbs and exotic fruit, including chinotto and cascarilla, infuse in alcohol to create this one-of-a-kind homebar must-have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, our friend Steve the Bartender included Campari in his list of \u003ca title=\"Steve the Bartender Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/steve-the-bartender-recommended-brands\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e10 Essential Bar Bottles\u003c\/a\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendations for Campari Aperitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Campari is known for its bitterness, but there's a good amount of sweetness up front. 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Made with a blend of Moscato d'Asti and local botanicals, this vermouth is crafted using traditional methods and is perfect for sipping on its own or mixing into cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon first sip, Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino offers a sweet and floral bouquet, with notes of orange peel and vanilla. The taste is equally complex, with a rich and velvety mouthfeel that gives way to flavors of cherry, cocoa, and bitter herbs. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant bitterness on the palate that is well-balanced by the sweetness of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vermouth is perfect for classic cocktails such as Negronis and Manhattans, but also pairs well with a variety of spirits and mixers. 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