Why you’ll love this drink:
If you love a good bitter cocktail, this one is going to make your day. It’s light and easy to make. Plus, you don’t have to open a whole bottle of bubbly because this classic Italian cocktail uses white wine instead.
It’s perfect for an afternoon sip or if you just want a break from the constant Aperol spritz rhetoric. Yes, we still love an Aperol spritz, but sometimes I don’t think they deserve the hype. This one packs a bit more of a bitter punch, and I’m always into that.
More Campari cocktails: Jungle bird cocktail / Negroni sbagliato / old pal cocktail / Campari tonic
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Campari – this bitter liqueur is one of kind, and while Aperol is could work as a substitute, you won’t get the quite same flavor profile
- White wine – any white wine will do, but this cocktail is typically made with a dry white wine
- Club soda – sparkling water or seltzer water will also work.
Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed below are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the spritz come from?
Spritz cocktails have been around for hundreds of years, and they originated in the northern region of Italy during the early 1800s. Their name implies that a splash of water has been added to the cocktail. In modern times, that splash tends to be something bubbly such as sparkling water or soda.
Is Campari and Aperol the same thing?
While they are similar in flavor and both bitter Italian liqueur (also known as amaro), Aperol is sweeter and contains a little more sugar. Campari is a little more bitter and has a higher alcohol content.
When should I drink spritz?
Since Campari is considered an aperitif so the best time to drink a bicicletta spritz would be just before dinner, but you can definitely enjoy it anytime you want. Our favorite time to serve this cocktail is on a warm summer evening.
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Bicicletta Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Campari
- 1 1/2 ounces white wine
- 1 1/2 ounces club soda
- For garnish: orange slice
Instructions
- Combine Campari and white wine in a highball glass.
- Fill the glass two-third with ice. Stir for about 30 seconds to chill the cocktail.
- Top with club soda and gently stir.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
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