WATERMELON NEGRONI - MAY 2026

WATERMELON NEGRONI - MAY 2026

SCHOFIELD'S BAR

One of the UK’s most respected cocktail institutions, built on precision, simplicity, and world-class hospitality. Where classic cocktails are executed with clarity, balance, and absolute intent.


WATERMELON NEGRONI

A fresh, seasonal take on the classic, the Watermelon Negroni brings a lighter, more playful edge while staying true to the structure that makes a Negroni so iconic.

Juicy watermelon adds a soft, refreshing sweetness that lifts the bitterness of the aperitivo. The result is a clean, elegant and refreshing serve perfectly suited to the longer, brighter evenings while the sun's goes down.

SCHOFIELD'S BAR

This month, we’re heading up to Manchester to spotlight our friends at Schofield's Bar, founded by brothers Joe and Daniel. Drawing on experience from some of the world’s finest bars, they’ve created a space that feels both timeless and modern, grounded in a deep respect for classic cocktails.

If you're a long time subscriber, you'll know Schofield’s has quickly established itself as one of the UK’s top cocktail destinations, known for its impeccable technique and focus on doing the fundamentals exceptionally well. Every drink is crafted with precision, quality ingredients and expert execution and all served in a warm atmosphere surrounded by friendly faces.

THE DRINK

Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly drinkable, the Watermelon Negroni is a seasonal twist that doesn’t lose sight of what makes the original so enduring. A perfect serve for spring into summer - aromatic, balanced, and quietly complex.

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TO SERVE YOUR WATERMELON NEGRONI

  • Pop the pouch in the freezer for 40 minutes until nicely chilled.
  • Pour into an ice-filled tumbler or old-fashioned glass.
  • Garnish with a Watermelon Slice, slipped into the glass

DRINK!

THE RECIPE

  • 25ml Gin
  • 25ml Campari/Bitters
  • 15ml Estate
  • 10ml Watermelon Liqueur - Make it at home with:
    • 1/2 Absolut Watermelon
    • 1/2 Bristol Syrup Co Watermelon
  • Watermelon Slice

To recreate this delightful Negroni variation, simply follow the instructions below:

  • Add the ingredients above to an ice-filled cocktail shaker and stir for 60 seconds until well-chilled and slightly diluted.
  • Pour into an ice-filled tumbler or old-fashioned glass.
  • Garnish with a watermelon Slice and serve
  • If you want to prebatch your drinks to serve quickly later, just add another 10ml water to the ingredients above, to ‘pre-dilute’ the blend.
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