How to make a Negroni Sbagliato. This Italian cocktail is known as an incorrect Negroni switching the gin for Prosecco. It's bitter, fruity, and bubbly and makes the perfect aperitivo served with nibbles!
If you're a fan of the classic Negroni cocktail you'll love this slightly less bitter and bubbly version.
It's thought that this drink was created when a bartender mistakenly used prosecco instead of gin. Sbagliato meaning wrong or incorrect in Italian.
Using prosecco makes the cocktail bubbly, a little fruity and less bitter, it's such a delicious, refreshing and fun twist on a classic and perfect served with some nibbles for an Italian aperitivo.
Ingredients - what you need
To make a Negroni Sbagliato you need red vermouth (I use Martini Rosso but any will do), Campari and Prosecco. You'll also need fresh oranges either sliced or use the peel as garnish.
See the photo below that shows you all the ingredients you need!
First fill your glass with ice then pour in equal parts of vermouth and Campari (photos 1 & 2).
Top the cocktail with equal parts of Prosecco and stir to combine before adding a slice of orange or orange peel to garnish (photos 3 & 4).
Food to serve with your cocktail
If you want to serve your cocktail with some nibbles for a true Italian aperitivo why not try our easy 5 minute marinated olives, Grissini – Italian Breadsticks, Smoked Salmon Crostini or Burrata with Crispy ‘Nduja & Gremolata (so delicious!).
Check out our full list of Italian appetizer and antipasti recipes for more ideas!
Recipe tips and FAQs
- Stir it - make sure to stir your cocktail before serving to make sure everything is thoroughly mixed together. There's no need to use a cocktail shaker.
- Ice - this drink is best served chilled so ice is a must.
- Garnish - traditionally a twisted slice of orange peel is used to garnish the cocktail. You can so this or simply add a slice of freshly cut orange.
A short glass is best for this don't use a tall glass unless you are planning on adding a lot more prosecco.
If the cocktail is too bitter for you then you can either reduce the amount of Campari that's added or add more prosecco.
More Italian cocktails you might like
- Aperol Spritz Cocktail
- Classic Campari Cocktail – Spritz
- Classic Peach Bellini Cocktail
- Easiest Sparkling Limoncello Cocktail
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📖 Full Recipe
Negroni Sbagliato
Ingredients
- 1 part Martini Rosso or red vermouth (40ml/2.5 Tbsp)
- 1 part Campari (40ml/2.5 Tbsp)
- 1 part Prosecco (40ml/2.5 Tbsp)
- Orange slices or peel for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Fill a short glass with ice. Pour over equal parts of vermouth and campari then add the prosecco.
- Stir to combine everything together.
- Garnish with slices or orange or peel, serve.
Notes
- Stir it - make sure to stir your cocktail before serving to make sure everything is thoroughly mixed together. There's no need to use a cocktail shaker.
- Ice - this drink is best served chilled so ice is a must.
- Garnish - traditionally a twisted slice of orange peel is used to garnish the cocktail. You can so this or simply add a slice of freshly cut orange.
- Serving suggestions - check out our Italian appetizers and antipasti recipes for delicious nibbles to serve with your cocktail.
Nutrition
- I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise
- When I use canned or jarred tomatoes of any kind I always use Cirio or Mutti brands for the best results and flavour.
- All vegetables are medium sized unless stated otherwise
- All recipes are tested and developed using a fan (convection) oven
- Find out more about how nutrition is calculated.
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