25+ CT Spots To Celebrate Negroni Week September 16-22

Carly Terzigni

The Negroni experienced a bit of a viral moment in 2022 when actor Emma D’Arcy from the HBO series ‘House of the Dragon’ shed light on their drink of choice: “a Negroni Sbagliato with Processo in it.” While bars around the world likely saw a boom in customers ordering the “broken” or “mistake” version of the Negroni, the classic version – one part Gin, one part Sweet Vermouth, and one part Campari, garnished with an orange twist – has been a favorite among cocktail connoisseurs for decades.

This year, from September 16 through 22, bars across the country will participate in Negroni Week, a celebration of all things, well, Negroni. Many restaurants and bars around the state will serve Negronis the classic way, or you may encounter several fun variations that experiment with the traditional gin/Campari/Sweet Vermouth formula.

Flying Scotsman-Norwalk

https://www.flyingscotsmannorwalk.com/

As Negroni Week coincides with Bourbon Heritage Month, Flying Scotsman—a renowned whisky bar celebrated for its classic cocktails—is offering a refined twist on beloved favorites. Flying Scotsman is elevating the Negroni with a meticulous barrel-aging process featuring Ford’s Gin, Campari, and Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth. Additionally, they’re showcasing a superb Barrel-Aged Boulevardier, which replaces gin with Woodford Reserve Bourbon to capture the spirit of the season. Their Left Hand cocktail further enhances the Campari and Carpano Antica with the rich complexity of Woodford Reserve "Double Oaked" bourbon and chocolate bitters, creating a unique and indulgent flavor experience. Visit Flying Scotsman to enjoy these expertly crafted cocktails and celebrate the art of timeless whisky-based drinks.


Taco Guy-Norwalk 

https://www.tacoguyct.com/

Come to Taco Guy this year during Negroni Week for an assortment of Mexican-inspired Negronis! Their menu is filled with unique spins on classic cocktails, so you know there’s something special in the works for Negroni Week. For Negroni Week they are highlighting Campari, of course, but they also are highlighting Mexican spirits. That includes Mexican whiskey, Mexican Gin, and Mezcal! For Negroni Week, their version of the classic cocktail will use Milpa Mexican Whiskey, Carpano Antica, Vermouth, and Orchard Apricot. You may never look at the Negroni the same way after trying one inspired by Mexican cuisine! It truly lives up to Taco Guy’s mission of providing a modern Mexican dining experience that’s traditionally crafted.


1928 Cocktail Club-Branford

www.1928ct.com

Head to CT’s only true speakeasy to celebrate Negroni Week! There will be multiple variations of this classic cocktail on their menu to enjoy for a limited time. Step back in time in a thoroughly modern way!


BanC House-Norwalk

www.bjryansbanchouse.com

BanC House will be serving their Classic Negroni with The Botanist Gin, Antica Formula, and Campari. But that’s not all – there are special Negronis on tap for Negroni Week as well. Be sure to stop by and try one or one of their many other craft cocktails.

Bar Naan-Brookfield

www.barnaanct.com

BarNaan, an elevated Indian restaurant is participating in Negroni Week. All week long, bars and restaurants around the world will be mixing classic Negronis and variations in support of Slow Food’s mission to foster a more sustainable and equitable world of food and drink. They will be offering two special Negronis: 1. The Tamil Prince fat wash coconut oil, curry leaves , Campari, vermouth blanc and gin-which pays homage to a Tamil price and his love for flavored gin during colonial rule. 2. Count of Kerala crene d banana, cacao, Campari, fennel seed and mezcal, which pays homage to the original Count Negroni and ties in with the coconut and curry flavors, which are prominent in Kerala.


Bar Rosina’s-Greenwich

www.rosinasrestaurant.com

Try their Vintage Negroni, made with Malfy gin, Campari, and Carpano Antica. For a non-alcoholic option, order the Phony Negroni, made by St. Agrestis. Some fun variations of the Negroni will also be on their menu for Negroni Week!



Camacho Garage-New Haven

https://camachogarage.com/

Camacho Garage will be offering a special Negroni Fresca as part of Negroni Week, featuring Hendrick’s Gin, Strawberry Campari and Aperol. For more information, menus or reservations, visit www.camachogarage.com.



The Charles-Wethersfield 

www.thecharlesct.com

Enjoy The Charles' twist on the classic Negroni with their Charter Oak, Caffe Casoni Sour, Negroni Blanc and Mambo Americano cocktails. Join them for lunch, dinner, or happy hour!



Conspiracy-Middletown

www.conspiracyct.com

Connecticut’s go to spot for craft cocktails will be celebrating Negroni Week with guest favorites like the Zombie Negroni and the Negroni Apertivo, as well as new and exciting creations!



Don Memo-Westport

https://www.donmemowestport.com/

Celebrate Negroni Week at Don Memo! They will be offering their Negroni Mexicanos, including the Mezcal Negroni made with bozal ensamble mezcal, rudino rojo, campari, and aperol. Come try all four during Negroni Week.


El Santo Tequila & Mezcal Bar-West Hartford

https://www.elsantoweha.com/

Its menu features the Oaxaca, a variation of the classic Negroni using Reposado mezcal, Sweet Vermouth, Lillet Blanc, and Aztec chocolate bitters.


El Segundo-Norwalk

https://www.elsegundorestaurants.com/norwalk/

For Negroni Week, El Segundo will have several classic and unique Negronis on the menu. Try their classic Negroni, a Negroni Sbagliato, a Mezcal Negroni, and the Boulevardier.



Esca Restaurant & Wine Bar-Middletown

www.escact.com

Try the Botanist Negroni, made with Botanist Gin, Campari, and Cinzano 1757 Vermouth. For a variation, order the Boulevardier, made with Michter's Bourbon, Campari, and Dolin Vermouth Rouge.



Gioia-New Haven

https://www.gioianewhaven.com/

Gioia will be offering two signature cocktails for Negroni Week! The Grand Spectacle, crafted with Hendrick's Grand Cabaret Gin, Campari, and 1757 Rosso Vermouth, will be available on the rooftop, and The Heart Of Glass, crafted with Elijah Craig Bourbon, Campari, Cynar, and 1757 Rosso Vermouth, will be available in the main dining room.



The HopKnot-Portland

https://www.thehopknot.com/

Is there a better pairing than a Negroni and a freshly baked pretzel? We can’t think of one! Stop in and try HopKnot's three new Negroni variations just in time for Negroni Week!



Kawa Ni-Westport 

https://www.kawaniwestport.com/

Kawa Ni will offer a promotion on its Sensei Negroni (which has a Japanese twist of sweet potato shochu, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, and Aperol) for Negroni Week – enjoy at a special price of $13 all week!



Krust Pizza and Bourbon Bar-Middletown

www.krustpizzabar.com

Everyone can enjoy Negroni Week at Krust Pizza! Stop by and try their Phony Negroni, a nonalcoholic version of the classic cocktail. It’s made with 30 non-GMO, organic ingredients. Negroni enthusiasts can also enjoy Death’s Kiss, which is made with Mezcal, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, and Orange Swath.   



Magic Pie 5 Co.-Norwalk

https://magic5pieco.com/

Pair a Negroni with your pizza during Negroni Week at Magic 5 Pie Co. Their menu will feature a Blood Orange Negroni and a Chocolate Negroni as specials.



Ordinary-New Haven

www.ordinarynewhaven.com

Indulge yourself at Ordinary during Negroni Week. Enjoy one of these sturdy classic cocktails and or one of Ordinary's many thoughtful variations!



OSA-Middletown

www.osarestaurant.com

On the menu, you’ll find the Osa Negroni, made with Campari, 1757 Vermouth Di Torino Rosso, Gin, and Orange Swath. For Negroni Week, try their “Very Unusual Negroni,” made with Gin, Aperol, and Lillet Blanc. Their “Montenegro Negroni” comes with Gin, Campari, and Montenegro; or, for something different, order their Boulevardier. 



The Owl Shop-New Haven

www.owlshopcigars.com

If you’re in the mood for a Negroni, try something that is “the same…but different” at The Owl Shop. This year, try their Pepper-groni, made with American Gin, Red Bell Pepper infused Campari, Italian Sweet Vermouth. Or, order their  Classic Negroni with American Gin, Campari, and Italian Sweet Vermouth. Both will be available on the menu all week long!



Sherkaan-New Haven 

www.sherkaan.com

Sherkaan has a trio of Negroni variations to try during Negroni Week. Stop by and order the Slay at Native Bombay, made with Aperol, Sweet Vermouth, Bully Boy Volume 3 Rum, and Boston Bitters. Or, try the City of Dreams, made with Campari, Rose Vermouth, Gin, and Mandarin Bitters. Finally, the Class of ‘27 is made with Rittenhouse Rye, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Vanilla Chai, and Burlesque Bitters.



SouthEnd Uncorked-New Canaan

www.thesouthendgroup.com

Order one of two special Negronis for Negroni Week! The first is made with Stillhouse Bourbon, Antica Vermouth, and Campari. Or, give the Negroni Classico a try, made with Mine Hill Gin, Antica Vermouth, and Campari. They’re both on the menu at SouthEnd Uncorked for Negroni Week.



The Spread-Norwalk

https://www.thespreadsono.com/

The Spread will serve two unique spins on the Negroni for Negroni Week. Stop by and try their Barrel-aged Tequila Negroni or their Espresso Negrotini.