Bar Vini
80 Victoria Road, Glasgow
Equal parts casual pasta bar and early evening drinks hangout, these guys know a thing or two about Italian cocktail culture. Seasonally inspired small plates and comforting pastas tick the food boxes, but it’s their creative Negronis that keep the crowds coming back for more. There’s plenty of wine by the glass too.  

Divino Wine Bar & Restaurant 
5 Merchant Street, Edinburgh
Divino is no slouch when it comes to food, but their wine list is a thing of Italian glory.  Thanks to their Enomatic system, they serve some absolute stunners (including rare vintages) by the glass. It’s a fantastic way to explore Italian winemaking in a vibrant bar tucked into a historic Old Town basement. 

Hey Palu
49 Bread Street, Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s aperitivo specialists have quietly built up a cult following over the last couple of years, and it’s well deserved. There’s always a Negroni special on the go (think white strawberry for summer) and their flights are fun, but for the purists, their classic Neg is probably the best in the city. There’s a huge amaro selection too