Negroni sbagliato means “negroni by mistake” in Italian, but can I tell you something? I think this is actually an improvement.
Classic Negronis consist of gin, sweet vermouth and Campari. Negroni Spagliato uses prosecco instead of gin, which makes Negroni subgliato lighter, bubbly, and less intense. It’s bitter but balanced, like the Negroni’s savory cousin!
Negroni spagliato has been popular on TikTok since 2022, but my friend Reese introduced me to Negroni sbagliato at last year’s Christmas party. I am sharing it with you in time for this year’s festivities. It’s a sparkling, red aperitif to sip before your holiday meal.
Negroni spagliato was invented in the late 60s. By Mirco Stucchito at Bar Basso in Milan. Another bartender mistakenly put a bottle of prosecco where a bottle of gin should go. Mirko felt the difference. But thought it might be a nice change to a Negroni, saying, “Oh, it’s a sunny day, so let’s make something smooth.” Negroni spagliato is a wonderful variation on the classic — a worthy mistake!
If you appreciate a classic Negroni or a Americanomade with club soda instead of prosecco, this cocktail is right up your alley.
Negroni Spagliato Ingredients
This four-ingredient cocktail is super easy to make. You will also need ice. You will find more recipes below.
1) Campari
Campari is a vibrant red amaro. The brand describes the flavors as “pleasantly bitter with a velvety aftertaste. Intense notes of orange, herbs and wood. Look for Campari near liqueurs or other amaros at the liquor store.
2) Sweet vermouth, such as Dolan
Sweet vermouth is dark red or brown, not clear. Dolan is less sweet than Carpano Antico, so choose according to your preference.
Vermouth Storage Tip: Vermouth is wine, and all wine deteriorates over time (thanks to the brandy, vermouth will keep longer than a regular bottle). Store your opened bottle of vermouth in the refrigerator for one to two months.
3) Prosecco
The Prosecco adds some acidity and welcome to balance the bitterness of the Campari. If that’s what you have on hand, you can substitute Cava. There’s no need to use expensive champagne here—the other ingredients have such strong flavors that you won’t be able to taste the difference.
4) A twist of fresh orange
A twist of orange offers a burst of fresh, citrusy flavor and aroma. It brings this cocktail to life, so please don’t skip it. To maximize the orange flavor, gently run the orange peel around the rim of your glass before pouring it in.
How to Make a Negroni Spagliato
This cocktail usually calls for equal parts of all three ingredients. I prefer mine with an extra splash of Prosecco, which cuts the bitterness of the Campari and offers some extra fizz. You can make this drink a little sweeter by adding prosecco or an extra dash of vermouth to suit your preference.
More cocktails to sip
If you love Negroni spagliato, here are some more. Cocktails from my collection That you can enjoy.
Please let me know how your drink turned out in the comments! I love hearing from you.
Negroni Spigliato Cocktail
- Fill a rocks glass with ice (or a wine glass halfway with ice). Stir in the Campari and sweet vermouth. With a spoon, stir the mixture in a circular motion until it cools down quite a bit, about 10 seconds.
- Top with prosecco (equal parts of each ingredient is traditional, though I like extra prosecco). Twist the orange peel directly onto the drink to release the oil, then pour it in.
Notes
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