Campari Beer
A refreshing and sophisticated twist on a cold lager, adding a splash of the iconic Italian aperitif Campari. The bitter herbal notes of the liqueur cut through the malt of the beer, creating a crisp, dry drink perfect for a hot summer afternoon.
What it tastes like
The drink leads with an aroma of toasted malt and citrus pith. The palate is crisp and dry, where the herbal bitterness of the liqueur balances the light sweetness of the grain. It has a prickly, carbonated mouthfeel and a long, astringent finish characterized by gentian root and orange peel.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Campari1.5 cl
- Lager1 whole
Preparation
- 1
Ensure your 15 oz beer mug is chilled.
- 2
Pour the Campari into the bottom of the empty mug.
- 3
Slowly pour the full bottle of lager over the Campari to mix.
- 4
Serve immediately.
Substitutions
- CampariAperol — This makes the drink sweeter and less bitter while emphasizing bright orange flavors.
- LagerPilsner — The higher hop content in a pilsner creates a sharper, more aggressive bitterness.
- LagerIPA — Using an IPA adds resinous pine and tropical fruit notes that compete with the herbal liqueur.
Variations
Citrus Campari Beer
Add a large wheel of grapefruit and a dash of grapefruit bitters to highlight the citrus notes in the liqueur.
Campari Stout
Swap the lager for a dry Irish stout to introduce roasted coffee and chocolate flavours that pair with the bitter herbs.