Cin Cyn
A Negroni where Cynar replaces Campari. Earthy and bitter-sweet.
Stirred · Rocks glass · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 20% ABV
Ingredients
- 30 ml Gin
- 30 ml Cynar
- 30 ml Sweet vermouth
- 1 dash Orange bitters
- Orange slice (garnish)
Method
- Pour 30 ml gin into the mixing glass
- Pour 30 ml Cynar into the mixing glass
- Pour 30 ml sweet vermouth into the mixing glass
- Add 1 dash of Orange bitters
- Add ice
- Stir
- Strain
- Garnish
Tip
Serve over one big ice cube.
About the Cin Cyn
The aperitivo family. Italian aperitivo culture grew up in the cafés of Milan and Turin in the 1800s. Sweet vermouth was created in Turin in 1786 and Gaspare Campari opened his café in 1860. Bitter drinks like the Americano and the Negroni were made to sharpen the appetite before dinner, so they balance bitter and sweet and stay moderate in strength.
Cin Cyn FAQ
What's in a Cin Cyn?
30 ml gin, 30 ml cynar, 30 ml sweet vermouth, 1 dash orange bitters, garnished with orange slice.
How strong is a Cin Cyn?
About 20% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.7 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is stronger than a glass of wine.
Should I shake or stir a Cin Cyn?
Stir it. It is made only of spirits and wines, so stirring keeps it clear and silky. Shaking would make it cloudy and frothy.
What glass do you serve a Cin Cyn in?
A rocks glass, about 300 ml. Serve it over ice. No rocks glass? Use any short, heavy tumbler.
