Where to find Australia’s best Negroni

Whether you’re a Negroni newbie, a longtime fan or you just really got around that viral TikTok of Emma D’Arcy declaring a Negroni Sbagliato “with prosecco in it” was her drink of choice, nothing beats a top-notch Negroni.  

This classic cocktail is often enjoyed before a meal, thanks to its status as a traditional aperitif – but don’t let this stop you from ordering one for dessert instead. So, what is it about a Negroni that makes it so darn palatable? Something magical happens when gin, sweet vermouth and bitter orange liqueur are stirred together in a glass with a big old block of ice. There’s a subtle sweetness, a slightly dry element, and a sense of sophistication that’s undeniable.

If all this talk of tasty Negronis is making you thirsty, then see our list below of the Australian bars and restaurants slinging some of the best Negronis you’ll ever have the pleasure of tasting. From Bar Conte in Sydney, who love Negronis so much they themed their entire bar around them, to Bar Rochford, who make a killer White Negroni (what are they? You’ll have to head there to find out), these venues know their way around this iconic Italian beverage.