We love a good cocktail variation (sometimes more than the original), but nothing beats a refreshingly bittersweet classic negroni. This negroni sbagliato with prosecco is a great option for people who find a negroni a bit too strong, but still like the taste. It has the characteristic bittersweet taste of a classic negroni, balanced out by fruity sparkling wine. So while it’s still an assertive drink, it’s a bit easier on the palate for some than the spirit-forward original. It’s a quick and easy recipe to make that requires just three simple ingredients. Start by stirring together the campari and sweet vermouth with ice. Strain it into a rocks glass with a large ice cube, and serve it with an orange slice. It’s bittersweetness makes it the perfect pre-dinner drink, but it’s enjoyable anytime. The colors are beautiful and its effervescence makes it especially refreshing on a hot day! So funnily, the word sbagliato actually means ‘mistaken’. We love this because it’s the perfect example of how sometimes good things can come from mistakes! Although it’s been around for some time, the negroni sbagliato gained popularity recently when a TikTok video featuring actor Emma D’Arcy went viral after telling co-host Olivia Cooke it was their ‘drink of choice’. As a result, TikTok saw a surge of recipes for the cocktail being loaded, and various websites saw an increase in traffic for the recipe.
Campari – this popular Italian apéritif is vibrant red with a bitter citrus taste and spice-forward notes. Sweet vermouth – this Italian fortified wine is sweet, spiced, and flavored with various botanical. Sparkling wine – no need to spend extra on champagne, because effervescent prosecco or cava will both work just fine. They range from sweet to dry so choose based on your taste preferences. We prefer a drink that’s not too sweet, so we opt for a dry cava in this recipe.
How to make a pitcher of negroni sbagliato
Making a pitcher of this negroni sbagliato recipe for a crowd or party is really easy to do. Simply scale up the ratio by using cups instead of ounces. To prepare it ahead of time, stir together the campari and sweet vermouth in a pitcher and place it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve it. Then top it off with the sparkling wine and pour it into individual glasses with ice cubes. They’re an easy drink to mix up on a weeknight, yet elegant enough for entertaining, and they make a solid choice for a nightcap, too. We often make negronis around the holidays, but this bubbly version is a refreshing warm weather option. More favorite Italian cocktails for aperitivo
Aperol Spritz Frozen Negroni Slushy Coffee Negroni
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