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    Home » Recipes » Summer

    5 Minute Negroni Spritz Cocktail

    Apr 22, 2023

    By Michelle Weiner

    This 5 Minute Negroni Spritz Cocktail puts a refreshing twist on a classic Negroni. By replacing gin with prosecco and club soda, it’s a bittersweet and bubbly sipper that’s perfect for summer!
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    Straight on of two wine glasses with a dark orange cocktail and ice.

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    When two Italian cocktails collide

    What do you get when you combine a bitter Negroni cocktail with the refreshing elements of a classic Italian spritz? A Negroni Spritz Cocktail!

    This slightly bitter, but refreshing cocktail has the light and effervescent qualities of an Aperol Spritz or Campari Spritz but is still reminiscent of a Negroni. I know the bitterness of a Negroni isn’t for everyone but this alternative sure is. Bubbly prosecco and club soda cut down on the stronger flavors, making this a well-balanced sipper for all of your party guests.

    Is this a Negroni Sbagliato?

    No, not quite. A Negroni Sbagliato is a play on the classic Negroni. Instead of gin, it’s made with equal parts prosecco, Campari, and sweet vermouth. 

    The ingredients in this Negroni spritz recipe are the same as the Sbagliato but the ratios are not. Plus, club soda is added for extra balance and bubbles.

    Close up of an orange/pink cocktail in a large wine glass and an orange twist on the rim.

    Ingredients you need

    Like my Sparkling Negroni Punch, this refreshing summer cocktail is made with a few out-of-the-ordinary ingredients. But once all four of them come together, you have a bubbly prosecco cocktail that’s light, invigorating, and crowd-pleasing. Here’s what you need:

    Brut prosecco

    Prosecco is a type of sparkling wine that’s mostly made in the Veneto region of Italy. It comes in three varieties of sweetness: brut, very dry, and dry. Pick up a bottle of brut while you’re out shopping. It’s the least sweet, which means it won’t overpower the cocktail and throw off the balanced flavors.

    While it is the best type of sparkling wine for balance, prosecco isn’t the only option here. Give this drink its fizzy finish with rose sparkling wine, Cava, or champagne if you want to be fancy.

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      Campari

      This Italian red aperitif has a distinct bitter and herbal flavor thanks to its secret ingredients list. A blend of herbs, flowers, and fruit gives Campari a pronounced flavor in most of the cocktails it’s used in, whether it’s a Negroni, Campari Spritz, or Boulevardier. Here, most of its bitter, vegetal flavors are toned down when combined with sweet vermouth, club soda, and prosecco.

      Still, if Campari is a little too bitter for you, try making the spritz with Aperol instead. It’s a little sweeter and has a bright orange flavor.

      Straight on shot of a bottle of prosecco, campari, vermouth, sparkling water, and an orange.
      Ingredients from left to right: prosecco, sweet vermouth, Campari, and orange, seltzer

      Sweet vermouth

      You’ll always find sweet vermouth in a Negroni and it’s just as welcome in this spritz recipe. It adds a nice sweetness and helps balance the bitterness of the Campari. For traditional Negronis, I like to use cocchi vermouth di Torino, but for this spritz, Dolin or Martini Rosso vermouth both work great!

      Club soda 

      You can use any kind of non-flavored club soda or sparkling water you like to make this drink. Finishing the spritz with club soda is not only important for dilution and balance, but it also adds extra bubbles to each sip. It does all of this without affecting the overall flavor, too!

      How to make a Negroni spritz

      Making this Italian spritz couldn’t be easier! Here’s how it’s done:

      A large wine glass filled with a clear beverage and ice.
      Step 1: Fill a large wine glass with ice and with the prosecco. Remeber to use lots of ice!
      A large wine glass filled with an orange/pink beverage and ice.
      Step 2: Add that delicious Campari!
      A large wine glass filled with an orange/pink beverage and ice.
      Step 3: Then pour in the sweet vermouth.

      Pro Tip!

      • Don't over-stir your spritz! Just a couple quick stirs is all you need to chill your refreshing cocktail without watering it down!
      A large wine glass filled with an orange/pink beverage with a floater of a clear liquid and ice.
      Step 4: Add the last ingredient, the sparking water.
      A large wine glass with a stirred drink that is a dark orange color.
      Step 5: Lastly, stir it well and garnish with an orange twist!

      Helpful tips

      Keep these helpful tips in mind when you’re putting your sparkling cocktail together:

      Use lots of ice

      Serve your spritz in a large wine glass filled to the brim with ice. The more ice, the better!

      And remember to make a fresh batch of ice cubes the night before. Old, freezer-burnt ice has not-so-fresh flavors that will seep into the drink.

      One stir is all it takes

      Only stir your spritz one or two times. Over-stirring can water down the drink, which can ruin the great balance of flavors.

      Close up of a hand holding a wine glass filled with ice and an orange beverage.

      Serving suggestions

      An Italian spritz cocktail is traditionally served in a tall wine glass and this recipe is no different. A tall highball glass will also do the trick.

      No need for a fancy garnish here. You can keep it simple by tucking an orange slice or orange peel right into the glass or top it off with an orange twist instead.

      Variations

      This recipe is already well-balanced and perfect as-is. However, if you want to experiment with the flavors, try these suggestions first:

      • Add gin: True to the Negroni recipe, you can add 1 ounce of gin to the cocktail to make it a little more boozy and botanical.
      • Use Aperol instead of Campari: Think of Aperol as Campari’s less bitter cousin. It’s also sweeter in flavor and has a bright orange flavor.
      • Use chardonnay instead of prosecco: Chardonnay is a buttery white wine that will add elegance to your drink without as many bubbles as prosecco.
      • Can’t find sweet vermouth? Go ahead and use dry vermouth instead. The drink will taste drier and more aromatic, but will still be good!

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      Straight on of two wine glasses with a dark orange cocktail and ice.

      5 Minute Negroni Spritz Cocktail

      This 5 Minute Negroni Spritz Cocktail puts a refreshing twist on a classic Negroni. By replacing gin with prosecco and club soda, it’s a bittersweet and bubbly sipper that’s perfect for summer!
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      Author: Michelle Weiner
      Makes: 1 cocktail

      Ingredients

      • 3 ounces prosecco
      • ½ ounce Campari
      • ½ ounce sweet vermouth
      • 1- ounce sparkling water

      Instructions

      • Fill a large glass with ice.
      • Add all of the ingredients and stir gently to combine.
      • Garnish with an orange twist, and serve!
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