The Negroni Sbagliato is a popular effervescent spin on the classic Negroni. It’s a simple three-ingredient cocktail made from Campari, sweet vermouth, and sparkling wine, then served with an orange slice. It’s wonderfully bubbly and bittersweet, and it takes just minutes to make!
My love for classic Italian cocktails runs deep, and this Negroni sbagliato is among my favorite variations. It’s bright, bubbly, and perfectly bittersweet, with all the character of a classic Negroni but a lighter, more refreshing feel. Swapping gin for sparkling wine gives it a softer edge, making it especially appealing if you love the flavor of a Negroni but find the original a bit intense.
The balance here is what makes it shine. Campari and sweet vermouth provide a familiar bittersweet backbone, while prosecco (or cava) adds lift and a gentle fruitiness, making the drink feel lively and approachable. It’s still bold, but the bubbles make it easier to sip and incredibly refreshing—especially on a warm day.
It’s also delightfully simple to make, which only adds to its charm. Stir the Campari and sweet vermouth with ice, strain into a glass over a large cube, top with sparkling wine, and finish with an orange slice. The name sbagliato means “mistaken,” a nod to the happy accident that created this cocktail—and a reminder that sometimes the best drinks come from a little improvisation.
Another lighter-tasting Negroni you might enjoy is an Aperol Negroni .
How to make a pitcher of Negroni sbagliato
Making a pitcher of Negroni sbagliato for a crowd is simple. Just scale up the recipe by using cups instead of ounces, keeping the same ratios.
To make it ahead, stir the Campari and sweet vermouth together in a pitcher and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. When it’s time, add the sparkling wine, then pour it into ice-filled glasses to keep it bubbly and fresh.
Negroni Sbagliato Recipe
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Ingredients
- ▢ 1 ounce Campari
- ▢ 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- ▢ 2 ounces sparkling wine
Instructions
- Put a handful of ice into a cocktail mixer or jar. Add the Campari and sweet vermouth and stir until they’re chilled. 1 ounce Campari, 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- Strain into a rocks glass with a single, large ice cube inside.
- Top with sparkling wine and garnish with a slice of orange. 2 ounces sparkling wine
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Negroni Sbagliato Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Campari
- 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- 2 ounces sparkling wine
Instructions
- Put a handful of ice into a cocktail mixer or jar. Add the Campari and sweet vermouth and stir until they’re chilled. 1 ounce Campari, 1 ounce sweet vermouth
- Strain into a rocks glass with a single, large ice cube inside.
- Top with sparkling wine and garnish with a slice of orange. 2 ounces sparkling wine
