Kampari is a crimson red liquor prepared from fruits and various aromatic herbs. Due to the spicy-bitter taste, it can most likely be attributed to the “bitters”, which, as a rule, have a very strong aroma. This is probably why they are often used to make all kinds of cocktails. Experts say that there are hundreds of different recipes for such drinks. Any cocktail with Campari is an excellent aperitif. Moreover, preparing them is not at all difficult.
Americano Cocktail
The very first cocktail with Campari was created in the sixties of the 19th century. It was invented by Gaspar Kampari himself, the founder of the famous bitter liquor. Desiring to somehow dilute the tart drink, he decided to mix it with sweet vermouth. The result was a fragrant product, which the bartender gave the name "Milano Torino". There is a very reasonable explanation for this. After all, the main ingredient of the drink (Campari bitter) is from Milan, and red vermouth is from Turin. However, later such a cocktail with "Campari" began to be called differently. This happened during the First World War, when American troops provided invaluable assistance to the Italian army. Local soldiers generously treated the allies in bars, celebrating the victory. According to legend, this is what prompted Gaspar Kampari to give his drink a new name. In gratitude for helping his country, he called the Americano cocktail. According to the recipe, the following ingredients are needed for it: 30 milliliters of Campari liqueur and red vermouth (for example, Cinzano Rosso), as well as a little soda (to taste).
Beverage Technology:
- Put 4 ice cubes on the bottom of the glass.
- Pour both components in turn and mix them.
- Add a little soda to taste. She will give the cocktail a pleasant refreshing effect.
For such a drink, old fashion glasses are usually used. For decoration on top, you can put a small curl of lemon peel.
Negroni Cocktail
On the basis of Americano, another popular cocktail with Campari was created. Its inventor is the French general Pascal-Olivier Count de Negroni. Like a true Corsican, he preferred stronger drinks. Using the already known recipe, the count only replaced soda with gin in it. And so that his drink was different from the rest, he asked to decorate the glass with a thin slice of orange. In this form, the cocktail was named after him. To cook it at home, you will need: 1/3 of gin, Campari liqueur and sweet vermouth.
Cooking Method:
- At first, cool the glass “old fashion” with the help of fine crushed ice. Dishes should be as cold as possible.
- Put a piece of ice in it.
- Pour all the ingredients and mix them well.
- Garnish a glass with an orange slice.
Such a cocktail has a rather original bitter-spicy taste. In it, the astringency of liquor is ideally combined with the juniper freshness of gin and the pleasant sweetness of vermouth. This drink has a very good relaxing effect. Therefore, it is better to drink it not before meals, but on the eve of a fun party.
"Catch me"
Today in almost any domestic bar you can order mixed drinks created on the basis of the famous Kampari liqueur. Cocktails, recipes and methods for making many of them are on the official list of the International Barmen Association. Take, for example, a drink with the unusual name “Catch Me.” The following components are needed for its preparation: 70 milliliters of pink vermouth, 30 milliliters of Campari liqueur, 60 milliliters of cherry syrup, 30 milliliters of lime juice, 5 ice cubes, 60 milliliters of tonic and a slice of lime.
The drink is prepared as follows:
- First, in a shaker, mix vermouth with liquor and pour them into a clean glass.
- Put ice on top.
- Mix syrup, tonic and juice in a shaker again and pour it all into a glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
To prepare such a drink takes no more than two minutes. The result is simply an amazing product with a wonderful fruity aroma.
Garibaldi Cocktail
Among the drinks that are related to the history of Italy, special attention should be paid to the Campari Orange cocktail. It is also called "Garibaldi." The fragrant drink was given the name of the famous commander Giuseppe Garibaldi, who in the 19th century led the war for the liberation of the Italian people. The bitterness of the cocktail speaks of the suffering of people, and its color is as bright red as the jacket of the great leader, which he constantly wore during the battle. This drink is easy to make at home with the following essential ingredients: 150 milliliters of orange juice, 50 milliliters of Campari liqueur, 200 grams of ice cubes and 1 zest of orange (or lemon).
For work, you need a tall glass of highball. But some bartenders prefer to use "old fashion." Further it is necessary:
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour liquor into it.
- Add juice without stirring. The fluid should reach the very edges.
- Garnish the drink with a slice of zest.
The original combination of fresh juice and bitter liquor is refreshing and also gives a large surge of energy and strength.
Rosie's Cocktail
What else can you make cocktails based on Campari? There is where to go for a fantasy. Take, for example, the Rosie cocktail. He was invented by an ordinary Los Angeles waitress named Rose Smart. The girl decided to do something nice for her friend about her upcoming engagement. The drink immediately became popular and received the name of its creator. Everyone can cook it. To do this, you must have: 40 milliliters of Campari, 10 milliliters of any orange liquor, 80 milliliters of grapefruit juice, a little champagne and 1 cup of orange.
The drink is preparing very quickly:
- First of all, juice and both liquors should be poured into a shaker and shaken well.
- Pour the mixture into a longdrink glass.
- Add some champagne.
- Hang a circle of orange on the edge of the glass.
Serve such a drink should be with a straw. This wonderful invigorating cocktail will be a real decoration of any youth party.
Home bartender
It’s not at all difficult to make all kinds of Campari cocktails at home. To do this, you only need:
- have the necessary components;
- know their ratio according to the recipe;
- Use appropriate utensils and equipment.
But not everyone in the home bar has, for example, champagne or different types of vermouth. For such cases, simpler options can be used. To spend a pleasant evening in the company of guests, for example, the Adriatic cocktail is suitable. For it you will need: 30 milliliters of Campari liqueur, 20 milliliters of any vodka, as well as 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and orange liqueur.
The technology for preparing such a drink is extremely simple:
- All ingredients must be mixed well. For this, you can use any means at hand.
- Add ice.
- Pour the drink into tall glasses.
Guests will be delighted with such a cocktail. It will cheer everyone up and become a good option for an aperitif before a feast.