Spiced Campari Whiskey Collins

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

A refreshing whiskey cocktail combining the bitterness of Campari with fresh herbs and a fizzy finish. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together rye whiskey, Campari, and Cinzano Bianco vermouth 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 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 rye whiskey
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz Cinzano Bianco vermouth
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger root
• 5 fresh mint leaves
• 3 fresh basil leaves
• 3 oz club soda
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 for garnish lemon slice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 1 tsp freshly grated ginger root, 5 fresh mint leaves, 3 fresh basil leaves, and 1 oz Campari until the herbs release their aroma and the mixture is fragrant, about 20 seconds.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz rye whiskey and 1 oz Cinzano Bianco vermouth to the muddled mixture, then fill the glass with ice cubes and stir gently for 15 seconds to chill and combine.
3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
4. Step 4: Top the drink with 3 oz club soda and stir briefly to combine.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 slice of lemon on the rim and serve immediately.