Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda
A sessionable highball inspired by the Americano cocktail, balancing bitter Campari with sweet vermouth and fizzy soda for a light aperitif. This italian-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 5 minutes brings together Campari, sweet vermouth, club soda for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 3 oz club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 for garnish orange slice
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a 10 oz highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
- Step 2: Pour 1 oz of bitter Campari over the ice.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz of sweet vermouth directly into the glass.
- Step 4: Top with 3 oz of chilled club soda poured gently down the glass side to preserve bubbles.
- Step 5: Stir lightly once with a bar spoon to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish with 1 fresh orange slice placed inside the glass to add aroma and color.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda?
Refrigerate any leftover americano-style highball with campari and soda in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Americano-Style Highball with Campari and Soda?
Italian cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
