Ah, National Negroni Week! A time when aficionados of this classic cocktail unite in appreciation of its unique taste. Traditionally, a Negroni boasts the vibrant essence of Campari, a liqueur brimming with flavors like cloves, cinnamon, and orange. However, embracing the low-carb lifestyle means the sugary Campari has to take a back seat.

But fear not, fellow low-carb enthusiasts! A cocktail week shouldn’t mean compromising on our dietary choices. So, I’ve come up with a hack for all of us wanting to enjoy the Negroni’s essence without the carb overload. Here’s how to craft your own low carb Negroni:

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Low Carb Negroni

Course cocktails
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1
Calories 81kcal

Ingredients

  • A small stick of cinnamon
  • A couple of cloves
  • 1 oz unsweetened pomegranate juice
  • 1 oz gin
  • 0.5 oz sweet vermouth
  • A few dashes of orange bitters zero carb, zero sugar magic!
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions

  • Take the cinnamon stick and cloves, and using a mortar and pestle, crush them slightly.
  • Add these crushed spices to a shaker full of ice.
  • Pour in the pomegranate juice, gin, sweet vermouth, and dashes of orange bitters.
  • Shake well.
  • Strain and pour into a glass filled with ice.
  • Garnish with a twist of lemon.

Nutrition

Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.04g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.04mg

The orange bitters are truly a game-changer, enhancing the drink while maintaining its zero-carb status.

So here’s to enjoying the rich traditions of cocktail culture, adapted for today’s dietary needs. Cheers to a guilt-free Negroni Week! 🍹

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