Campari Tonic
Campari and tonic. More bitter than a Campari Soda.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 6% ABV
Ingredients
- 45 ml Campari
- 120 ml Tonic water
- Orange slice (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 45 ml Campari into the glass
- Pour 120 ml tonic water into the glass
- Garnish
Tip
Plenty of ice.
About the Campari Tonic
The aperitivo family. Italian aperitivo culture grew up in the cafés of Milan and Turin in the 1800s. Sweet vermouth was created in Turin in 1786 and Gaspare Campari opened his café in 1860. Bitter drinks like the Americano and the Negroni were made to sharpen the appetite before dinner, so they balance bitter and sweet and stay moderate in strength.
Campari Tonic FAQ
What's in a Campari Tonic?
45 ml campari, 120 ml tonic water, garnished with orange slice.
How strong is a Campari Tonic?
About 6% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 0.9 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Campari Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve a Campari Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
