Campari
Aperitivo & amaro · kam-PAH-ree
Campari is a bright red Italian bitter aperitivo made by Campari Group. It is bittersweet and herbal, and it is the bitter ingredient in the Negroni.
Also called: red bitter liqueur · bitter liqueur
- ABV range
- 24–25%
- US proof
- 48–50
- Calories (per oz)
- ~70
- Shelf life (opened)
- About 6 months for the best flavor, and within 1 year
Popular drinks with Campari
282 recipes with Campari.
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Two ingredient drinks with Campari
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Substitutes for Campari
| Substitute | Ratio | Note | Zero-proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxardo Bitter | 1:1 | Another Italian red bitter, close in color and bitterness. The closest swap in a Negroni. | |
| Aperol | 1:1 | Sweeter, less bitter and less than half the strength, so the drink turns softer and lighter. | |
| Lyre's Italian Orange | 1:1 | Non-alcoholic bitter orange aperitif made for mixing, with a dry, pithy finish. |
Frequently asked questions about Campari
Campari is rarely sipped on its own. It is the bitter core of the Negroni and the Americano, and it makes a simple long drink with soda water and an orange slice.
The classic serve: Negroni: equal parts gin, Campari and sweet vermouth, stirred over ice and finished with an orange peel.
