The White Negroni is a bittersweet, pale twist on the classic, poured at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. It keeps the Negroni’s signature gin-and-bitters structure but trades the red Campari for clear, herbaceous ingredients, resulting in a lighter, more aromatic aperitivo. It is mixed in-house and is a favorite for guests who love a Negroni but want something a little brighter.
What’s In It
Our White Negroni is built on Big Gin, a juniper-forward Seattle gin, with Cascadia Bitter standing in for the usual red bitter liqueur. Dolin Blanc, a pale, lightly sweet French vermouth, rounds out the base, and a few dashes of Scrappy’s Black Lemon bitters add a savory citrus accent. It is stirred over ice and served on the rocks, keeping the classic Negroni build in a pale, modern form.
About This Cocktail
The White Negroni is a modern riff on the Italian classic, traditionally made with gin, a clear bitter aperitif, and blanc vermouth instead of the usual red Campari and sweet vermouth. At Grappa we use local and craft ingredients to give ours a Pacific Northwest accent while honoring the original’s balance of bitter and sweet. It is a refined, lighter way to open a meal, from our family to your table.
Tasting Notes
The aroma is bright and floral, with juniper, citrus peel, and gentle herbs. The palate is bittersweet but lighter and crisper than a classic Negroni, with the blanc vermouth lending soft sweetness and the bitters adding a clean, dry edge. The finish is aromatic and refreshing. It is bitter, but in a delicate, pale way.
What to Pair It With
Its bright, herbal profile suits lighter plates. Pair it with the Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata, Our Hummus, or the briny Spaniard Octopus. Browse the full dine-in menu for more.
How It’s Served at Grappa
The White Negroni is a hand-crafted cocktail served on the rocks at $16.
FAQ
What’s in the White Negroni?
Our White Negroni is made with Big Gin, Cascadia Bitter, Dolin Blanc vermouth, and Scrappy’s Black Lemon bitters, stirred and served on the rocks.
What does it taste like?
It tastes bright and herbal, with juniper, citrus peel, and a clean bittersweet edge, lighter and crisper than a classic red Negroni.
Is it bitter?
It is gently bittersweet. The White Negroni keeps the Negroni’s bitter aperitivo character but in a paler, more delicate and aromatic form.
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