Long Drink
Campari Orange
How to make a Campari Orange - the Italian classic of Campari and fresh orange juice. A bittersweet aperitif mixed in under 2 minutes.
2 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Campari Orange is a timeless Italian aperitif - bittersweet, bright red-orange and uncomplicated. The combination of herbal-bitter Campari and fresh orange juice makes it the perfect companion for balmy summer evenings. A classic hardly gets any simpler.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the Campari over the ice.
- Top up with orange juice.
- Stir briefly so the two ingredients combine.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Garnish: An orange slice on the rim
Pro tip: Freshly squeezed orange juice makes all the difference - it balances the bitterness of the Campari with natural sweetness.
Frequently asked questions
How much alcohol does a Campari Orange have?
Campari has 25 percent ABV. Diluted by the orange juice, the finished drink sits at around 6 to 7 percent ABV - a comparatively light aperitif.
Why does Campari Orange taste bitter?
Campari is a bitter liqueur made with herbs and bitter oranges. The bitterness is intentional and is pleasantly rounded off by the sweet orange juice.
Which glass do you use for a Campari Orange?
Classically, a tall highball glass is used, offering plenty of room for ice and orange juice.
Ingredients
- Campari4 cl
- Orange juice12 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
- Orange1 slice
