Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange
A bright and bittersweet highball cocktail that mixes Campari with soda water and fresh orange for a lively, sessionable drink. This general-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 3 minutes brings together Campari, club soda, ice cubes 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 125 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
- 1.5 oz Campari
- 4.5 oz club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece orange slice
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill it thoroughly.
- Step 2: Pour 1.5 oz of Campari over the ice to start the bitter base.
- Step 3: Slowly add 4.5 oz of club soda to keep the bubbles lively.
- Step 4: Stir gently for 8 seconds until the mixture is well combined but still effervescent.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 fresh orange slice placed inside the glass to enhance aroma and color.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange take to make?
Total time is about 3 minutes (3 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 Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange?
Refrigerate any leftover bitter campari highball with soda and orange 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 Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange?
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 Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange 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 Bitter Campari Highball with Soda and Orange?
General 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.
