All about aperitivo: a beginner's guide to an Italian tradition

Alex Negranza, mixologist & Campari’s west coast brand ambassador, gives California Live’s Danielle Nottingham a sneak peek at the official cocktail being served to the stars at this year’s SAG Awards: The Campari Red Carpet. Plus, learn about the age-old art of aperitivo & how you can indulge in the Italian tradition at home.

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‘The Campari Red Carpet’ (2024 SAG Awards signature cocktail):

Ingredients:

0.5 oz Campari
1oz Appleton Signature
0.5 oz Lime Juice
0.5 oz Raspberry-Mint Syrup
Top with Champagne Lallier Rosè

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Method—

Combine Campari, Appleton Reserve Blend, Raspberry and Mint Syrup and lime juice in a shaker filled with ice.
Strain into a coupe glass
Top with Champagne Lallier Rose
Garnish with frozen raspberry

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