The Negroni is a world-famous Italian cocktail created in Florence, Italy in 1919. The build traditionally mixes gin, sweet vermouth, and iconic Italian red bitter Campari, though the use of other bitters is a source of debate. As the story goes, the drink was invented after Count Camillo Negroni requested an Americano with more kick while imbibing at the city’s Caffe Giacosa. The resulting cocktail, which included gin, was named in honor of the Count. The Negroni is often served before a meal in order to stimulate the appetite, but is also versatile enough to be enjoyed at any time — which provides just one reason why the drink has secured the No. 1 spot on the list of the 50 most popular cocktails in the world for two consecutive years. To discover the other 49, check out the full list. Need the right vermouth? See our picks for the best vermouths for Negronis!