Bitter & Bright Bourbon Spritz

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A bold yet balanced cocktail merging Campari's bitterness with bourbon's warmth and fresh citrus, ideal for cocktail enthusiasts. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Campari, Bourbon, Fresh lime juice 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 220 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 1.5 oz Campari, 2 oz bourbon, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup with ice cubes.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold to the touch and the mixture is well-chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes, top with 3 oz club soda, and gently stir once to combine. Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim.

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