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Miami Celebrates Negroni Week with Bold Interpretations of an Iconic Classic

Each September, cocktail culture unites under a single banner: Negroni Week.

Por: Rubén Carrillo
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For Miami’s cocktail lovers, this edition of Negroni Week redefines what it means to celebrate an icon / Photo Unsplash

From September 22–26, Miami joins the global celebration with a lineup of restaurants showcasing the iconic Italian aperitif through inventive variations at the Negroni Week. 

 

More than a week of sophisticated sipping, this event also champions Slow Food, a nonprofit dedicated to sustainability, equity, and education in the food and beverage world.

 

In Miami, four standout venues are shaping the festivities with remarkable offerings that combine craftsmanship, culinary artistry, and cultural inspiration.

From September 22–26, Miami joins the global celebration with a lineup of restaurants showcasing the iconic Italian aperitif through inventive variations at the Negroni Week. / Photo @imbibe
From September 22–26, Miami joins the global celebration with a lineup of restaurants showcasing the iconic Italian aperitif through inventive variations at the Negroni Week. / Photo @imbibe

Contessa Miami: Old World Glamour Meets Modern Boldness

Tucked in the Miami Design District, Contessa Miami brings Northern Italian flair to the table with two creations honoring tradition. 

 

The House Negroni, a sophisticated blend of Campari, house gin, Carpano Antica Vermouth, and Punt e Mes, captures the essence of timeless Italian aperitivo culture.

 

For those seeking intensity, the Boulevardier offers depth and warmth. 

 

Crafted with house bourbon, Campari, and Carpano Antica Vermouth, this twist transforms the classic into a bolder experience. 

 

Contessa’s refined ambiance enhances the cocktails, inviting guests to savor every sip with elegance.

The House Negroni, a sophisticated blend of Campari, house gin, Carpano Antica Vermouth, and Punt e Mes, captures the essence of timeless Italian aperitivo culture / Photo Contessa Miami
The House Negroni, a sophisticated blend of Campari, house gin, Carpano Antica Vermouth, and Punt e Mes, captures the essence of timeless Italian aperitivo culture / Photo Contessa Miami

CLAUDIE: Tropical Luxury in a Glass

CLAUDIE takes Negroni experimentation to unexpected heights. For Negroni Week, the restaurant debuts the Passionfruit Negroni, a daring reinvention balancing bitterness and exotic vibrancy. 

 

Bombay Sapphire, Campari, and Dolin Dry Vermouth are elevated through a passionfruit-and-milk wash, giving the cocktail silkiness and depth.

 

The indulgence doesn’t stop there. A dark chocolate tile, fresh passionfruit seeds, and delicate gel crown the drink with flair. 

 

Available across all Riviera Dining Group venues—including CASA NEOS and MILA—this cocktail embodies tropical Miami decadence while remaining true to the spirit of the Negroni.

Bombay Sapphire, Campari, and Dolin Dry Vermouth are elevated through a passionfruit-and-milk wash, giving the cocktail silkiness and depth / Photo Claudie
Bombay Sapphire, Campari, and Dolin Dry Vermouth are elevated through a passionfruit-and-milk wash, giving the cocktail silkiness and depth / Photo Claudie

Le Jardinier Miami: French Elegance with Botanical Depth

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier, located in the Miami Design District, integrates its vegetable-forward philosophy into cocktail form for the celebration. 

 

The Tuscan Ruby is an exquisite creation that infuses The Botanist Gin with pomegranate, blended with Lillet Rouge, Granada Vallet, and bergamotto.

 

The result is a bright, layered cocktail that pays homage to French precision and Italian roots. 

 

Beyond artistry, Le Jardinier reinforces the philanthropic core of Negroni Week, pledging part of its proceeds to support Slow Food’s mission for a more equitable food system.

The Tuscan Ruby is an exquisite creation that infuses The Botanist Gin with pomegranate, blended with Lillet Rouge, Granada Vallet, and bergamotto / Photo Le Jardinier
The Tuscan Ruby is an exquisite creation that infuses The Botanist Gin with pomegranate, blended with Lillet Rouge, Granada Vallet, and bergamotto / Photo Le Jardinier

Estiatorio Milos: Greek Spirit, Mediterranean Soul

Internationally celebrated Estiatorio Milos infuses Greek heritage into its cocktail program with the Botanical Negroni. 

 

Crafted with Votanikon Gin, Campari, Carpano Antica, Roots Diktamo Herbal Liqueur, and Enosis Mastiha, the drink weaves together herbs, botanicals, and Mediterranean character.

 

This refreshing variation honors the timeless Negroni structure while celebrating the cultural richness of Greece. 

 

Served in Milos’ elegant dining room, it becomes more than a cocktail—it’s an invitation to travel through taste.

More Than a Cocktail Celebration

Beyond the glass, Negroni Week is a statement of values. By blending creativity with cause, Miami’s leading restaurants highlight the synergy between gastronomy and community impact. 

 

Guests can explore flavors rooted in heritage, innovation, and sustainability, knowing that every sip contributes to a broader movement.

 

For Miami’s cocktail lovers, this edition of Negroni Week redefines what it means to celebrate an icon—showing that the Negroni’s bitter charm can evolve without losing its soul.

Quick Questions

  • Which Miami restaurant offers a tropical Negroni variation? CLAUDIE serves the Passionfruit Negroni, finished with dark chocolate and exotic fruit accents.
  • What is Slow Food’s role in Negroni Week? Slow Food is the nonprofit partner promoting sustainability, equity, and cultural heritage in gastronomy.
  • Which restaurant donates part of its proceeds? Le Jardinier contributes to Slow Food through sales of its Tuscan Ruby cocktail.
  • What defines Estiatorio Milos’ Negroni? The Botanical Negroni uses Greek ingredients like Votanikon Gin and Enosis Mastiha.

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