With winter definitely upon us it’s time for warming, deep cocktails to invoke the spirit of the holidays. And there’s no better partner in amazing dark night drinks than Campari.
Check out these creative cocktails below to really wow guests this December.
Black Manhattan
Ingredients:
- 1 part Averna (an authentic Italian amaro originally from Sicily, since 1868)
- 2 parts Russell’s Reserve 6 Year Rye
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Garnish: brandied cherry
Method:
- Mix all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into coupe glass and garnish with a brandied cherry.
Cynar Spritz
Ingredients:
- 3 parts Cinzano Prosecco
- 2 parts Cynar (an artichoke-based bittersweet liqueur known for its versatility and distinctive flavor)
- A dash of soda
- 1 Slice of orange
Method:
- In a wine glass full of ice combine 3 parts of Cinzano Prosecco followed by 2 parts Cynar. Add 1 part or a splash of soda water. Garnish with a grapefruit slice.
- Glassware: wine glass.
Aperol Spritz
Ingredients:
- 3 Parts Cinzano Prosecco D.O.C.
- 2 Parts Aperol
- 1 Part Soda Water (served from a siphon or chilled bottle)
- 1 Slice of orange
Method:
- In a wine glass full of ice, combine 3 parts of Cinzano Prosecco D.O.C. followed by 2 parts Aperol. Add 1 part or a splash of soda water, stir gently if needed, and garnish with an orange slice. The result should be a uniform, perfect orange color. Garnish with an orange slice.
- Glassware: wine glass.
Campari Spritz
Ingredients:
- 3 parts Cinzano Prosecco
- 2 parts Campari
- 1 part Soda Water
- Ice
- Orange Slice
Method:
- In a wine glass full of ice, combine 3 parts of Cinzano Prosecco followed by 2 parts Campari. Add 1 part or a splash of soda water, and garnish with an orange slice.
- Glassware: wine glass.