5 Timeless Campari Cocktail Recipes

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.