Negroni Sbagliato
Equal-parts Campari, sweet vermouth and prosecco build a bubbly, lower-proof cousin of the Negroni born from a happy mistake.
17%
ABV
easy
Difficulty
wine
Glass
Flavor Profile
History & Heritage
“Mirko Stocchetto unveiled the "mistaken" Negroni at Milan's Bar Basso in the early 1970s when prosecco took the place of gin. Whether a happy accident or a deliberate lighter option for the growing aperitivo crowd, the bubbly riff became a local legend. A viral 2022 clip praising the "Sbagliato... with prosecco in it" rocketed the drink onto menus worldwide.”
Ingredients
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Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Fill a rocks or wine glass with ice
Add Campari and sweet vermouth and stir to chill
Top with chilled prosecco and give one gentle stir
Garnish with an orange slice
Glassware
Served over ice in a wine glass
Garnish
Fresh orange slice
Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Chill all ingredients and glassware for maximum fizz
Add prosecco last and stir gently to preserve bubbles
Flavor Journey
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Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Negroni Sbagliato.
Sbagliato Spritz
Lengthens the drink with extra prosecco for a lighter aperitivo serve.
Changes
Sbagliato Bianco
A crystal-clear take using Luxardo Bitter Bianco and blanc vermouth.
Changes
Winter Sbagliato
Swaps prosecco for sparkling red wine for a richer, seasonal twist.
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Mezcal Negroni
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Negroni
A perfectly symmetrical mix of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth that defined the bitter-sweet aperitivo and spawned a family of riffs.