Drinks Cocktails 14 Cocktails to Make With 1 Bottle of Campari It's hard to miss the bold red hue of Campari in any of these must-try drinks. By Oset Babür-Winter Oset Babür-Winter Title: Senior Drinks Editor, Food & WineLocation: New York CityExperience: Oset Babür-Winter has completed the Wine and Spirits Education Trust's (WSET) Level 3 Award in wines and was previously the magazine's associate culture editor, where she edited Obsessions. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 5, 2024 Close Photo: Chelsea Kyle / Food Styling by Drew Aichele Campari is the iconic Italian aperitif beloved by many for its bittersweet flavor and eye-catching red color. It's the perfect bottle to reach for when you're looking to keep the night simple with a three-ingredient Negroni. If you're feeling adventurous, you might try one of our variations on the classic, like a Cold Brew Negroni or Sour Charry Negroni. Campari also shines in lower-proof drinks like a simple Campari spritz or an Americano. We always have a bottle or two of this classic liqueur in our home bars to enjoy as a simple spritz with club soda or in some of our favorite Campari cocktails. 01 of 14 Negroni Guillermo Riveros / Food Styling by Oset Babür-Winter With a simple combination of gin, vermouth, and Campari, the Negroni is an accessible classic. Get the Recipe 02 of 14 Paris Between the Wars Photo by Victor Protasio / Prop Styling by Christine Keely With rich smokiness from the blended Scotch, rounded bitterness from Campari, and a tart bite from fresh lemon juice, this cocktail is well-balanced and refreshing. Get the Recipe 03 of 14 Spaghett Photo by Huge Galdones / Food Styling by Christina Zerkis Campari, blood orange juice, Prosecco, and grapefruit-flavored sparkling water make for an altogether refreshing cocktail. Get the Recipe 04 of 14 Americano Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Oset Babür-Winter The unsung hero of aperitivo hour, the Americano is the low-ABV cousin of the iconic Negroni. Made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water, the Americano is slightly bitter with warming sweetness and refreshing effervescence. Get the Recipe 05 of 14 Negroni Sbagliato Matt Taylor-Gross HBO's House of the Dragon star Emma D'Arcy brought the Negroni Sbagliato in the spotlight, and we can't stop drinking them. Get the Recipe 06 of 14 Gin-Campari Old-Fashioned Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Lucy Simon Dave Kwiatkowski creates this variation on an Old Fashioned by swapping gin for whiskey. A splash of Campari adds bitterness and a rosy color. Get the Recipe 07 of 14 Napoleon Chelsea Kyle / Food Styling by Drew Aichele This sweet, warming Campari and bourbon cocktail is just what we're looking for on cooler nights. Get the Recipe 08 of 14 Sour Cherry Negroni Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Lucy Simon Just when you thought the Negroni couldn’t get any better, sour cherry juice enters the equation. Get the Recipe 09 of 14 Ruby Red Spritz Victor Protasio This rosy, bittersweet aperitif will prime your appetite. If you want it sweeter, add a dash of simple syrup, or replace the fizzy soda water with a splash of grapefruit soda. Get the Recipe 10 of 14 Boulevardier Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Oset Babür-Winter The Boulevardier is the whiskey lover's Negroni. Made with three simple ingredients — bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth — this straightforward cocktail comes together in seconds with staples you may have in your home bar. Get the Recipe 11 of 14 Pomegranate Spritz Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Liberty Fennell This cheerful tart spritz is easy to make with just a single bottle of pomegranate juice. Get the Recipe 12 of 14 Mezcal Negroni Victor Protasio This riff on the classic gin and Campari cocktail has an earthy richness courtesy of smoky mezcal. Carpano Antica Formula vermouth is full-bodied and flavored with herbs and spices, lending dry, barely sweet flavor to this Negroni. Cocchi Americano and a generous citrus garnish bring a light, citrusy bite. Get the Recipe 13 of 14 Cold Brew Negroni Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Lucy Simon Who says a Negroni can't be caffeinated? Try adding cold brew to your next drink. Get the Recipe 14 of 14 Campari Spritz Photo by Jennifer Causey / Food Styling by Ali Ramee / Prop Styling by Christina Daley Grab Campari and mix in a little blood orange juice, Prosecco, and grapefruit-flavored sparkling water for an altogether refreshing cocktail. Get the Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit