12 Classy Campari Cocktails

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Discover a dozen Campari cocktails that will transport your tastebuds to Italy without a plane ride.

Campari Negroni on the Costa Smeralda Cruise Ship
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Campari is an Italian liqueur that’s both strong and bitter. Although its producer, also called Campari, closely guards its recipes, it’s fair to assume that the Campari recipe includes bitter herbs in addition to alcohol, water, aromatic plants and fruit. Shhh – Don’t tell anyone.

Campari Bottle and Espresso Negroni Cocktail
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We’ve imbibed Campari drinks from the top of the boot in Alto Adige all the way down to the bottom in Puglia. Now we craft Campari cocktails at home.

12 of the Best Campari Cocktails

1. Americano

The sophisticated Americano cocktail is a lazy mixologist's dream come true. Learn how to craft the classic Italian cocktail in five minutes or less.
Americano Recipe

2. Boulevardier

A Boulevardier cocktail is a Negroni crafted with bourbon instead of gin. Follow this easy recipe and craft a Boulevardier at home in just five minutes.
Boulevardier Recipe

3. Campari Spritz

The Campari Spritz is bitter, bold and bubbly. Sipping the refreshing cocktail at home is the next best thing to sipping one in Italy.
Campari Spritz Recipe

4. Classic Negroni

Follow this classic Negroni recipe and make the sophisticated Italian sipper with just five ingredients, including ice. Unique for its deep red color and acerbic flavor, the Negroni packs a punch with equal parts of bitter Campari, dry gin and sweet vermouth.
Classic Negroni Recipe

5. Espresso Negroni

The simple addition of espresso takes the classic Negroni in a different direction. Easy to craft and satisfying to drink, the Espresso Negroni will perk you up and make you smile with its bitter, bold and beautiful flavors.
Espresso Negroni Recipe

6. Garibaldi

The Garibaldi, one of summer's hottest drinks, is a sophisticated Italian tipple. Follow this easy recipe and craft a refreshing Garibaldi at home.
Garibaldi Recipe

7. Jungle Bird

Go wild and craft a Jungle Bird cocktail at home! Despite its surprisingly simple recipe, the sophisticated Tiki cocktail is a delight whether you live in an actual jungle or an urban one.
Jungle Bird Recipe

8. Mezcal Negroni

With its fusion of Italian and Mexican spirits, the Mezcal Negroni is a riff on the original Negroni. It's like the classic but better… and smokier!
Mezcal Negroni Recipe

9. Negroni Sbagliato

The Negroni Sbagliato was allegedly invented by mistake. Fast-forward 50 years, and this mistaken 'Negroni with Prosecco' has become a worldwide sensation. Join the hype and craft one at home.
Negroni Sbagliato Recipe

10. Old Pal

The Old Pal is a boozier version of the Negroni and Boulevardier. It's also delicious. Craft one at home in just five minutes and find out if the Old Pal will be your new best friend.
Old Pal Recipe

11. Pirlo Spritz

Discover the Pirlo. Although it's not particularly sweet, this effervescent spritz may still hit your cocktail sweet spot.
Pirlo Spritz Recipe

12. Siesta

You won't want to take a siesta when you sip a Siesta cocktail. The tequila cocktail is fun and sophisticated with a pink color and complex flavor. Plus, it's so easy to craft at home that you can drink a Siesta and then take one too.
Siesta Recipe

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

What does Campari taste like?

Campari tastes bitter with notes of citrus and spices. It’s not a liqueur that’s easy to sip on its own, but it tastes great in cocktails.

Is Campari high in alcohol?

No. Despite its strong flavor profile, Campari’s 24% ABV is relatively mild.

Where was Campari invented?

Campari was invented in Novara, a city in Italy’s Piedmont region.

Is Campari popular in Italy?

Yes. Campari is considered to be the national drink of Italy.

Is Campari the same as Aperol?

No. Campari is red, while Aperol is orange. Both liqueurs are bitter but have different flavors.

What is the most popular Campari cocktail?

The Negroni is the most popular Campari cocktail in Italy and around the world.

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Saveur Magazine’s BEST TRAVEL BLOG award winners Daryl and Mindi Hirsch share their culinary travel experiences and recipes on their website 2foodtrippers. Since launching the site in 2012, they’ve traveled to over 40 countries in their quest to bring readers a unique taste of the world.