Garibaldi Recipe
Bitter Campari lengthened with frothy fresh orange juice — a bittersweet Italian highball that drinks lighter than it looks. A long-standing Italian aperitivo serve pairing bitter Campari with orange juice.
What Makes It Special
Bitter Campari lengthened with frothy fresh orange juice — a bittersweet Italian highball that drinks lighter than it looks. Built on a distinctive base, it shows the highball format at its best: bitter and citrusy, finished highball.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Campari
- 4 oz Fresh orange juice (freshly squeezed, hard-shaken or frothed)
- Orange coin and orange wedge, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Chill a highball glass and fill it with fresh ice.
- Pour 1.5 oz Campari over the ice.
- Shake or whip 4 oz fresh orange juice until frothy, then pour over the Campari.
- Stir briefly to combine, leaving the foam cap on top.
- Express an orange coin over the drink, then garnish with the coin and an orange wedge.
The History Behind the Recipe
A long-standing Italian aperitivo serve pairing bitter Campari with orange juice.
Presentation and Visual Appeal
Serve highball in highball glass, garnished with orange coin and orange wedge. Expect a sunset-orange-red pour over highball cubes.
Pro Tips and Variations
Juice to order and aerate it hard; the foam cap is the difference between a flat Garibaldi and a great one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Garibaldi flat?
Bottled juice and a gentle pour. Squeeze fresh oranges and shake the juice with ice before topping so it arrives frothy.
Can I adjust the bitterness?
Yes. Hold the Campari at 1 oz for a softer drink or push to 2 oz for a firmly bitter aperitivo; keep the juice fresh either way.
