Campari Sour in a coupe with a foam crown and orange slice

Cocktail

Campari Sour

How to make a Campari Sour - the bittersweet sour of Campari, lemon juice and sugar syrup with a creamy foam crown. Refreshingly bitter and easy to make.

5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)

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The Campari Sour combines the distinctive bitterness of Campari with the freshness of lemon juice and the sweetness of sugar syrup. A creamy egg-white crown rounds off the bitter-refreshing drink - an elegant aperitif for lovers of bitter flavors.

Instructions

  1. Add Campari, lemon juice, sugar syrup and egg white to the shaker.
  2. First dry-shake vigorously without ice.
  3. Add ice cubes and shake well again.
  4. Strain into a pre-chilled coupe.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice.

Garnish: Orange slice

Pro tip: For the creamy foam crown, first dry-shake without ice, then shake again with ice - this whips the egg white perfectly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the egg white for in a Campari Sour?

The egg white creates a fine, creamy foam crown and softens the bitter edge of the Campari a little.

Can I make the drink without egg white?

Yes, then only the foam crown is missing, but the taste remains bittersweet and refreshing.

How bitter is a Campari Sour?

Thanks to the Campari it is noticeably more bitter than a classic sour, but the sugar syrup brings the necessary balance.

Ingredients

  • Campari5 cl
  • Lemon juice3 cl
  • Sugar syrup1.5 cl
  • Egg white (optional)1.5 cl
  • Ice cubesas needed