Campari Grapefruit Martini
Description
Campari Grapefruit Martini is a modern cocktail combining the traditional Italian herbal liqueur 'Campari' with fresh grapefruit juice. The complex and rich herbal aroma and bitterness characteristic of Campari perfectly balances with the refreshing acidity of grapefruit, creating a sophisticated adult flavor. With lower alcohol content than traditional martinis, it's easy to drink and popular as an aperitif. As the birthday cocktail for October 30th, it's a special drink to savor as autumn deepens.
Origin
Country of Origin: Italy （1990年代）
Born in the 1990s during America's craft cocktail movement, when bartenders were exploring new possibilities for Campari. It evolved from traditional Campari soda and Negroni, created in pursuit of the sophisticated drinking experience of martini-style cocktails.
Birth Date Meaning
A person with a heart as vast as the universe
The complex and deep herbal aroma of Campari combined with the refreshing acidity of grapefruit symbolizes infinite possibilities and embracing capacity, expressing a generous and tolerant heart
Famous Quotes
- "A work of art for adults, woven from Campari's red passion and grapefruit's purity" - Italian Bartender
Trivia
- Campari was developed in 1860 by Gaspare Campari in Milan, Italy
- About 60 types of herbs and spices are used as ingredients, but the recipe remains secret to this day
- Cochineal (from insects) was used as coloring for a long time, but changed to artificial coloring in 2007
- Grapefruit contains nootkatone, an aromatic component with fat-burning effects
- This cocktail belongs to the low-alcohol category called 'Soft Martini Style', unlike traditional martinis
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Campari - 40 ml
- Grapefruit Juice - 20 ml
- Lime Juice - 10 ml
- Simple Syrup - 5 ml
- Ice - 適量 cubes
Instructions:
- Fill shaker with ice
- Add Campari
- Add fresh grapefruit juice
- Add lime juice and simple syrup
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds
- Double strain into a chilled martini glass
- Garnish with grapefruit peel and olive