The Campari Spritz is the predecessor of the Aperol Spritz. Whereas the Aperol version is soft, the Campari version is bold and assertive, so it is served in a smaller rocks glass and garnished with one large green olive. With its robust nature, the Campari Spritz is a very popular aperitivo alongside various antipasti containing olive oil, spices, fresh mozzarella, and seafood such as octopus, calamari, and clams.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 1 drink
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Build the cocktail carefully in a rocks glass over large cold ice cubes by first pouring the Prosecco. Add the club soda and finish with the Campari. Stir gently and garnish with the olive.
tasting notes
Step 2
Dominant Flavors: herbs and tree bark
Step 3
Body: light, slightly effervescent
Step 4
Dryness: medium to dry
Step 5
Complexity: medium
Step 6
Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: rounded out by slight acidity
Step 7
Finish: short, bitter
Step 8
Glass: rocks
