Campari Beer is a deceptively simple two-ingredient aperitivo that adds a small measure of Campari to a full bottle of lager beer, tinting it pink and adding the bitter-herbal complexity of the Italian aperitif to the refreshing base of the cold beer. At just 4.21% ABV, it is a very low-alcohol, session-friendly drink that perfectly bridges Italian aperitivo culture and the universal appeal of a cold beer. The Campari's bitterness enhances the beer's existing hop character.
History & Origins
Campari Beer is a popular Italian aperitivo tradition, particularly in northern Italy where Campari was created in Milan in 1860 by Gaspare Campari. Adding Campari to beer is a common informal practice in Italian bars and cafes, especially during the aperitivo hour. The precise origin of the recipe as a named cocktail is disputed, though the practice is well-established in Italian drinking culture.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: The light hop and grain character of lager with the distinctive orange-rhubarb bitterness of Campari. Palate: Refreshing and sessionable; the lager's effervescence carries the Campari's bitter-orange flavor evenly throughout the drink, creating a pleasantly bitter and lightly sweet aperitivo. Finish: Clean and bitter, with a characteristic Campari aftertaste.
Pro Tip
Add the Campari to the empty glass first, then pour the cold lager over it to ensure even integration without disrupting the beer's foam.
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