The Garibaldi cocktail is remembered for its bright citrus flavor with a slight bitterness. The drink is refreshing and energizing. The composition includes only two ingredients: orange juice and bitter Campari. It takes about 2 minutes to cook at home.
Historical information
The recipe for the Garibaldi cocktail appeared in 1861 in Milan, the name of the bartender-creator and the name of the institution have not been preserved. The drink is named after the famous Italian commander Giuseppe Garibaldi (1807-1882), who led the liberation war of his people and contributed to the unification of divided lands into one country.
The shade of the cocktail resembles a red jacket – the talisman of Giuseppe Garibaldi and an indispensable element of his wardrobe during battles. According to one version, the leader wore a bright red jacket so that the enemies would not see his blood when he was wounded. According to the second, with a noticeable appearance, he showed that he was not afraid of death on the battlefield. The bitter taste reminds Italians that tens of thousands of compatriots had to pay for the victory in the war of independence.
Even 150 years after its creation, the Garibaldi cocktail has not changed, remaining popular not only in Italy, but also in other parts of the world.
Composition and proportions:
- Campari bitter – 50 ml;
- orange juice – 150 ml;
- lemon or orange zest – 1 piece;
- ice cubes – 200 grams.
The classic ratio is 3:1 (three parts juice one part bitter).
Cocktail recipe Garibaldi
1. Fill a tall glass (highball) to the top with ice cubes.
2. Pour in Campari.
3. Add orange juice to the top and stir.
4. Garnish with lemon or orange zest. Serve with a straw.
A detailed technology for making a Garibaldi cocktail is shown in the video.
