Campari Spritz

The Campari Spritz has a bitter, citrusy, effervescent, herbal flavor profile. A vibrant Italian aperitivo cocktail that combines the bitter complexity of Campari with refreshing Prosecco and a splash of soda water. This ruby-red beauty is the perfect balance of bitter, bubbly, and refreshing.

A Campari Spritz requires 6 ingredients: Campari, Prosecco, Soda water, Orange wheel, Orange Peel, Ice cubes.

A Campari Spritz takes about 2 minutes to prepare and is considered easy difficulty.

A Campari Spritz is traditionally served in a wine glass, garnished with Orange wheel and fresh orange peel.

Yes, you can make a mocktail version of the Campari Spritz by substituting the spirits with non-alcoholic alternatives such as seedlip, non-alcoholic distilled spirits, or flavored syrups and juices that mimic the original flavor profile.

The Campari Spritz emerged from Italy's rich aperitivo tradition, which dates back to the 18th century when Austrian soldiers stationed in Northern Italy would dilute local wines with soda water to suit their taste preferences. While the classic Aperol Spritz gained international fame first, the Campari Spritz represents a more intense, sophisticated cousin that appeals to those who appreciate bitter complexity. Campari itself was created in 1860 by Gaspare Campari in Milan, and the spritz format became popular throughout the Veneto region as a way to enjoy bitter liqueurs in a lighter, more refreshing format. The cocktail gained momentum in the 2000s as Italian aperitivo culture spread globally, with bartenders and drinkers seeking alternatives to the ubiquitous Aperol Spritz. Today, the Campari Spritz is celebrated by cocktail enthusiasts who prefer their aperitivos with more depth and character, embodying the Italian philosophy that the best drinks stimulate both appetite and conversation.