Get your hands on this simple Negroni Sbagliato recipe! Its mix of Campari, sweet vermouth, and sparkling wine creates a refreshing perfect for all occasions.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
150
Ingredients
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet Vermouth
- 2 oz Prosecco - to top-up
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Fill your Old Fashioned glass with ice cubes.
- Pour 1 oz Campari over the ice.
- Pour 1 oz sweet Vermouth into the glass.
- Add 2 oz Prosecco aprox. to top up.
- Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish with either an orange slice or orange zest (for that, express the zest on top of the glass and then drop it into the drink).
Notes
Substitutes:
- Campari: You can use any brand of bitter aperitivo you like to make this cocktail. However, if you're not a fan of heavily bitter drinks, Aperol can be a good alternative. It's lighter but still brings that orange essence; just keep in mind that it will make you drink a little bit sweeter than the original version.
- Sweet Vermouth: For this recipe, you can use any kind of red vermouth. Dry vermouth can be used in a pinch. It changes the character of the drink but still works. Just add a small splash of simple syrup to balance the bitterness.
- Prosecco: Any sparkling wine will do if you don't have Prosecco on hand. I've even used champagne when I'm feeling fancy!
Making a Pitcher of Negroni Sbagliato:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 8 oz of Campari, 8 oz of sweet vermouth, and roughly 16Â oz of Prosecco.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Campari and sweet vermouth. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses. Top each glass up with prosecco (more or less 2 ounces / 60 ml) per glass and stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice or twist, and serve immediately. If you have some leftovers in the pitcher, be sure to keep it in the fridge in an airtight container as vermouth is prone to oxidation when kept at room temperature.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Campari Substitute:Â Opt for a non-alcoholic aperitif or for bitter soft drinks such as Crodino (prefer the red one) or San Bitter. To give it an additional twist, you can also make a simple syrup infused with orange and grapefruit peels; a drop of this syrup will give your drink an extra touch of both fruitiness and bitterness.
- Prosecco Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic sparkling wine for the fizz.
- Sweet Vermouth Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic vermouth (Martini Vibrante for instance). These are usually widely available in liquor stores.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Wine: Some wines use animal products in the filtration process. Make sure your sweet vermouth and Prosecco are vegan-friendly. There are plenty of options available on the market.
- Proceed As Usual: After ensuring your ingredients are vegan, follow the original steps to enjoy your vegan Negroni Sbagliato.
What is a Negroni Sbagliato?
A Negroni Sbagliato is a sparkling wine-based cocktail made of Campari, sweet vermouth, and Prosecco. This drink isn’t complicated to make; it combines equal parts of Campari and sweet vermouth over ice in a glass, then topping it off with Prosecco.
The Negroni Sbagliato is a variant of the classic Negroni cocktail. The word “Sbagliato” means “mistaken” in Italian – this version was reportedly created by accident when a bartender used sparkling wine instead of gin while making the traditional recipe.
Interestingly enough, despite being considered an error initially, many people now prefer the Sbagliato for its lighter alcohol content and refreshing taste compared to its gin-based counterpart. It’s proof that sometimes mistakes can lead to delightful outcomes!
What is a Negroni Sbagliato made of – The ingredients
For the creation of a Negroni Sbagliato, you need these ingredients:
- Campari: This Italian aperitif gives the Negroni Sbagliato its distinctive bitter and herbal edge.
- Sweet Vermouth: A fortified wine, sweet vermouth adds depth and complexity to the cocktail with its rich, herbal and slightly spicy flavors.
- Prosecco: This sparkling Italian wine replaces the traditional gin in a Negroni Sbagliato, lightening the drink and adding a festive fizz.
- Orange Slice or Twist: Used as a garnish, it enhances the cocktail’s aroma and adds a touch of citrusy freshness.
