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Negroni Sbagliato

Campari, sweet vermouth and prosecco. The lighter, bubbly Negroni.

Strength
16% ABV
Standard drinks (US)
0.9
Calories
135 kcal
In the glass
3¼ oz
Method
Built
  • Campari
  • Sweet Vermouth
  • Prosecco

How to Make a Negroni Sbagliato

  1. Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the Campari and sweet vermouth.
  3. Top with prosecco and stir gently once.
  4. Garnish with an orange slice.

About the Negroni Sbagliato

At Bar Basso in Milan, Mirko Stocchetto reportedly grabbed prosecco instead of gin by mistake. Sbagliato means mistaken.

Created 1970s in Milan, Italy. Listed as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association.

Bartender's tip: Top with prosecco and stir only once.

Taste Profile

Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Strong
Fresh

Good to Know

What glass is a Negroni Sbagliato served in?
A rocks glass. The wide mouth puts the aroma of a citrus twist right under your nose, and the heavy base survives muddling and stirring in the glass.
Is a Negroni Sbagliato shaken or stirred?
Neither. It is built directly in the glass and given a gentle stir.
How strong is a Negroni Sbagliato?
About 16% ABV after dilution, or roughly 0.9 US standard drinks (12 g of alcohol) per serve.
How many calories are in a Negroni Sbagliato?
Roughly 135 kcal per drink, most of it from alcohol.

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