The Garibaldi is a simple Italian aperitif made with Campari and orange juice. It is bittersweet, citrusy, low in alcohol, and built around the contrast between bitter orange and fresh orange sweetness.
Build Campari and orange juice in a highball glass filled with ice. Stir gently to combine.
Serve in a highball glass over ice. The drink should look vivid orange-red and bright, with orange juice softening Campari bitterness without hiding it.
Pair it with olives, focaccia, prosciutto, fried seafood, bitter greens, or brunch dishes. Campari and orange juice make the Garibaldi especially useful as a low-ABV aperitif with salty food.
The Garibaldi is an Italian aperitif classic named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, with the red Campari and orange juice often read as a symbolic north-south Italian pairing.
Best for aperitivo service, brunch, daytime drinking, and guests who want Campari in a softer, longer format than a Negroni.
Campari gives bitter orange and herbal depth, while orange juice adds sweetness, acidity, and fresh citrus body. The finish should be bittersweet, juicy, and refreshing.
Italian, low-ABV, bittersweet, juicy, and relaxed.
Use fresh orange juice for the best texture and aroma. A fluffier, aerated orange juice makes the drink feel brighter without changing the ingredient structure.
7%
⚠️ Alcoholic beverage: not suitable for minors, pregnant individuals, or designated drivers. Please enjoy responsibly.
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