The Perfect Campari Spritz (For a Bolder Aperitivo)

What Is a Campari Spritz?

If Aperol is the crowd-pleaser, Campari is its sophisticated older sibling.

A Campari Spritz uses the same structure—but delivers a deeper, more bitter, and more complex flavour.


The Classic Campari Spritz Ratio

  • 3 parts Prosecco
  • 2 parts Campari
  • 1 part soda water

Same formula. Totally different experience. 


Ingredients

  • 90ml Prosecco
  • 60ml Campari
  • 30ml soda water
  • Ice
  • Orange slice


How to Make It

  1. Fill a wine glass with ice
  2. Add Prosecco
  3. Pour in Campari
  4. Top with soda
  5. Stir gently
  6. Garnish with orange


Why Choose Campari?

Campari brings:

  • Strong herbal bitterness
  • Less sweetness than Aperol
  • A longer, more complex finish

It’s the preferred choice in parts of Italy for those who want a more serious aperitivo.


Pro Tips

  • Use very dry Prosecco to counter bitterness
  • Adjust Campari down slightly if new to bitter drinks
  • Try a lemon twist instead of orange for extra sharpness


Taste Profile

  • Bold bitterness
  • Herbal complexity
  • Crisp and dry


Spritzometer Verdict

Best for: Experienced drinkers, aperitivo purists
Difficulty: Easy
Balance: Bitter > Sweet


This content has been generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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