Bubbly blood orange campari cocktail
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 cocktails
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Cuisine
Fusion, Italian, International
Bubbly blood orange campari cocktail
Description
The Bubbly Blood Orange Campari Cocktail blends the vivid juice of blood oranges with the complex bitterness of Campari and the effervescence of sparkling wine. The fresh blood orange juice provides a deep citrus flavor that stands out against the herbal notes of Campari. Adding sparkling wine adds a crisp, fizzy lightness that balances the cocktail's richness. The preparation is straightforward: blood orange juice and Campari poured into a flute, then topped with chilled sparkling wine, garnished with a blood orange slice or peel for aroma and visual appeal.
Chilling the sparkling wine beforehand ensures a crisp finish, while using fresh blood orange juice delivers a more vibrant and natural flavor than bottled juices. This cocktail’s layered flavors make it suitable for serving as a pre-dinner aperitif or at festive gatherings where a refreshing, colorful drink is desired. Its bright appearance offers a visually appealing addition to any cocktail selection.
Ingredients
- 2-3 blood orange juiced, about 1/3 cup juice, large
- 1 oz Campari
- sparkling wine champagne, cava, brut, etc, choose from prosecco, chilled, ~4-5 oz
To garnish:
- Blood orange peel or blood orange slice
Instructions
- Pour 1 ½ oz of blood orange juice in each champagne flute.
- Add ½ oz of campari.
- Top off each drink with ~ 2 oz of sparkling wine, garnish with a slice of blood orange and enjoy.
Notes
- A non-alcoholic version can be crafted by replacing Campari with alcohol-free bitters and substituting sparkling grape juice or lemonade for the sparkling wine.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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