Save the world by drinking local Negroni variations all week
No less than seven bars are currently signed up to celebrate Negroni Week (June 1-7), each supporting a good cause.
Just when you thought Negronis are so overdone, there's now a week dedicated to them. From Jun 1-7, head to these seven bars to grab special Negronis and help a charity while you're at it.
Ah Sam Cold Drink Stall
Everyone knows they can get great locally-inspired cocktails and atas hawker food here. This time Sam Wong creates a chng tng-style Negroni with Pu'er tea-infused gin.
Proceeds go to: Fei Yue Community Services, a charity that tries to improve the lives of youngsters.
Bitters & Love
They just moved to their new Telok Ayer location, and though they're best known for their Kaya Toast cocktail, their Negroni has incorporated cloves, cardamom and cinnamon for a more Asian-inspired cocktail.
Proceeds go to: Save Our Street Dogs, an organization that helps rehome and rehabilitate street dogs.
Ku De Ta
The vertiginous rooftop bar is taking things up a notch with two types of Negronis: the classic, equal-parts recipe, as well as one with cherry brandy and herbal liqueur, Fernet Branca.
Proceeds go to: UNICEF Nepal. They're donating to help the aftermath of the Nepal earthquake.
Manhattan
One of the most Instagrammed bars of late, the swanky 1920s bar pours its signature barrel-aged Negronis that have been aged for at least a month.
Proceeds go to: Run for Hope, a charity that organizes runs to support cancer research.
The Powder Room
The sleek 1920s Art Deco bar above The Black Swan has a special twist on the Negroni made with lavender bitters, on top of equal parts of gin, Campari and vermouth.
Proceeds go to: Amicorp, a company helping with environmental management.
The Secret Mermaid
Hidden in the labyrinth that is Raffles Place MRT, the small bar will be stirring up five different creations with a craft American gin.
Proceeds go to: Make A Wish Foundation, a charity that helps children with terminal illnesses make their last dreams come true.
Tess Bar & Kitchen
Blink and you may miss the shophouse bar on Seah Street. Head bartender Steve Leong is creating a drink with pandan leaves and almonds, on top of using vermouth, Campari and gin.
Proceeds to go: The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund, which helps underprivileged children get a wholesome lunch.
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