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Crimson Garden Campari Spritz
About
The Crimson Garden Campari Spritz is not here to play nice.
Where Aperol flirts, Campari commits. This spritz leans fully into bitterness, depth, and structure. The 1 oz pour keeps it disciplined, letting the herbal complexity shine without overwhelming the glass. Campari brings bold citrus peel, subtle spice, and that unmistakable deep red intensity.
Prosecco softens the edges just enough, adding lift and dryness instead of sweetness. A splash of soda keeps it crisp, lengthening the finish and making the bitterness feel intentional rather than heavy.
Served in a rocks glass over a single large cube, Red Run feels grounded. Slower. More deliberate than the typical tall spritz. The olives add a savory undertone, while the orange peel brightens the aroma with sharp citrus oils.
This is a spritz for people who like their cocktails structured, slightly bitter, and unapologetically adult.
Shaken or Stirred? Built. Building directly in the glass preserves carbonation and maintains clean structure.
What You'll Need
For one Crimson Garden Campari Spritz:
- 1 oz Campari
- 2.5 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz soda water
- 1 Large Clear Ice Cube
Glass: Rocks glass
Garnish: Olives and orange peel
Pro Tip: Add Prosecco before soda to maintain tight bubbles. Express the orange peel over the glass before dropping it in for maximum aroma.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
- Place one large clear cube in a rocks glass.
- Add Campari directly over the ice.
- Pour in Prosecco.
- Top with soda water.
- Gently stir once to integrate.
- Garnish with olives and an expressed orange peel.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
Crimson Garden Campari Spritz is best prepared using the Barsys 360 Cocktail Machine, ideal for building sparkling cocktails. Load Campari for accurate measurement, then add Prosecco and soda in the glass to preserve carbonation and maintain balance.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Spritz drinks depend on proportion. Too much Campari overwhelms, too little and it loses identity. Barsys 360 cocktail machine ensures the base pour is precise, keeping Red Run sharp, balanced, and repeatable.
Sip Setting
Crimson Garden Campari Spritz shines at golden hour. It’s confident, grown-up, and built for slow conversations rather than quick rounds.
Garnish Game
Olives bring savory contrast. Orange peel adds aromatic lift. Together, they make the drink feel intentional, not decorative.
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FAQs
What is the Crimson Garden Campari Spritz?
Crimson Garden Campari Spritz is a sparkling cocktail made with Campari, Prosecco, and soda water.
Is this cocktail sweet?
No. It leans bitter and dry with crisp citrus notes.
Can I use more Campari?
You can, but balance shifts quickly. This ratio keeps it structured.
Can I serve it in a wine glass?
Yes, though a rocks glass over a large cube gives it a more grounded feel.
Is this similar to a Negroni Spritz?
It shares bitterness but is lighter, more refreshing, and sparkling.