Campari is a contemporary and charismatic classic. The recipe, which has remained unchanged, originated in Novara in 1860 and is the base for some of the most famous cocktails around the world, such as Negroni and Americano. Campari is an alcoholic spirit obtained from the infusion of bitter herbs aromatic plants and fruit in alcohol and water. With its vibrant red colour, intense aroma and inspiring flavour, Campari has always been a symbol of intrigue and pleasure, which unfurls itself into a captivating drinking experience. From the Negroni to the Americano, these are 10 cocktails recipes you have to know if you love Campari.

1Negroni

campari negroni
  • 1 part Campari
  • 1 part gin
  • 1 part vermouth (Campari recommends Cinzano Rosso)
  • 1 slice of orange

Prepare in a tumbler with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

2Negroni sbagliato

campari negroni sbagliato
  • 1 part Campari
  • 1 part red vermouth (Campari recommends Cinzano Rosso)
  • 1 part sparkling wine (Campari recommends Pinot ChardonnayCinzano)

Build in a double rocks glass with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

3Americano

campari americano
  • 1 part Campari
  • 1 part vermouth (Campari recommends Cinzano Rosso) – top off with Soda
  • 1 slice of orange

Pour all the ingredients into a glass full of ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

4Campari Orange

campari recipe cocktails recipes
  • 3 parts orange juice
  • 1 part Campari
  • 1 slice of orange

Prepare in a tall glass filled with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

5Campari Orange Passion

campari orange passion
  • 1 part Campari
  • 2 slices of orange
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 3 parts light orange juice
  • 1 red cherry
  • Some crushed ice

Prepare the drink in a tall glass. Place orange and brown sugar in the glass and crush to a pulp. Add crushed ice. Add the Campari and orange juice, and gently stir. Garnish with a red cherry.

6Campari Spritz

campari spritz cocktails recipes
  • 2 parts Campari
  • 1 part soda
  • 3 parts prosecco (sparkling white wine)

Pour all ingredients directly into a glass of wine. Garnish with a slice of orange.

7Campari Tonic

campari tonic cocktails recipes
  • 1 part Campari
  • 2 parts tonic water

Build the drink in a juice glass with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

8Campari Shaken

campari recipe shaken
  • 1 part Campari
  • Some ice

Shake the Campari with ice, then pour it into a chilled cocktail glass.

9Campari & Seltz

campari soda cocktails recipes
  • 1 part Campari
  • 4 parts Soda

Build the cocktail in a double rocks glass. Garnish with a slice of orange.

10Campari on the Rocks

campari on the rocks cocktails recipes
  • 1 part Campari
  • Some ice

Build in a rocks glass, with ice. Garnish with a slice of orange.

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