In 1860, Gaspare Campari unveiled his secret recipe in Novara, Italy, giving birth to Campari, a drink of refined elegance. This luscious concoction, initially known as "Bitter all'Olandese," became synonymous with sophistication due to its vibrant red hue and a captivating blend of herbs, spices, and fruit peels. Embraced by Italian high society, Campari inspired timeless classics like the Negroni, Garibaldi, and Americano, becoming a staple in the hands of inventive mixologists. Explore the aristocratic heritage of Campari cocktails and elevate your drinking experience with these regal concoctions.
Campari Cocktail 1: Negroni Royal
Negroni Royale
1 oz Campari
1 oz Gin
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
Champagne (to top)
Orange twist (for garnish)
Instructions: Stir Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth over ice, strain into a flute, top with champagne, and garnish with an orange twist.
Campari Cocktail 2: Campari Smash
Campari Smash:
2 oz Campari
1 oz Fresh lemon juice
0.75 oz Simple syrup
Mint leaves
Blackberries (for garnish)
Instructions: Muddle mint in a shaker, add Campari, lemon juice, simple syrup, blackberries and ice. Shake well, strain into a glass over fresh ice, and garnish with blackberries
Campari Cocktail 3: Americano Swizzle
Americano Swizzle:
1.5 oz Campari
1.5 oz Sweet Vermouth
Club soda
Orange slice (for garnish)
Instructions: Build Campari and sweet vermouth over ice in a highball glass. Top with club soda, swizzle gently, and garnish with an orange slice.
Campari Cocktail 4: Garibaldi Fizz
Garibaldi Fizz:
1.5 oz Campari
3 oz Fresh orange juice
Club soda
Orange wedge (for garnish)
Instructions: Shake Campari and orange juice over ice, strain into a glass filled with ice, top with club soda, and garnish with an orange wedge.
Campari Cocktail 5: Milano Martin
Milano Martini:
2 oz Campari
1 oz Vodka
Orange bitters
Orange twist (for garnish)
Instructions: Stir Campari, vodka, and a dash of orange bitters over ice, strain into a chilled martini glass, and garnish with an orange twist.
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