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Cocktail History
The Garibaldi is a classic cocktail that was created in Italy in the 1800s. Named for Giuseppe Garibaldi, an Italian general who helped to unify the country under one government, the recipe is traditionally made with just two ingredients: orange juice and the bitter Italian liqueur Campari. When combined, the drink has a striking red-orange color that is said to be representative of Garibaldi’s followers, who were known for wearing red shirts.
Cocktail Ingredients
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Orange Juice: This is the liquid juice of an orange. I used freshly squeezed orange juice.
Campari: This is a liqueur made in Italy with gentian root, rhubarb, citrus, herbs, aromatic plants, fruit, and alcohol.
Orange Slice: This is a slice of orange that has been cut into a half wheel shape.
Bartending Tools
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following bar tools:
Jigger: This is used to measure and pour ingredients. I used the Japanese jigger from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Paring Knife: This is used to cut ingredients. I used the OXO Good Grips 3.5 Inch Paring Knife.
Juicer: This is used to juice citrus. I used the ALEEHAI Manual Fruit Juicer.
Bar Spoon: This is used to stir ingredients. I used the Barfly Stainless Steel Teardrop Bar Spoon.
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Tasting Notes
This cocktail has the following flavor profile:
• Appearance: Bright orange-red color
• Aroma: Citrus and gentian root
• Taste: Orange flavor distinctly accented with Campari bitterness and herbs
• Finish: More slightly dry and bitter liqueur aftertaste
Kendall’s Rating: ⭐⭐
Kendall’s Take: “This is probably one of the simplest and sweetest Campari cocktails in existence, and I still found it to be too bitter for me to enjoy. That was surprising because my palate has come a long way in its development since starting to consistently taste cocktails a few years ago. Maybe next year I’ll try the Garibaldi again to see if I finally find Campari palatable!”
Recipe
This cocktail recipe was adapted from The Essential Cocktail Book: A Complete Guide to Modern Drinks by the editors of PUNCH and Megan Krigbaum.
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Garibaldi
The Garibaldi is a classic cocktail that was created in Italy in the 1800s. Named for Giuseppe Garibaldi, an Italian general who helped to unify the country under one government, the recipe is traditionally made with just two ingredients: orange juice and the bitter Italian liqueur Campari. When combined, the drink has a striking red-orange color that is said to be representative of Garibaldi’s followers, who were known for wearing red shirts.
Ingredients
Method
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Add orange juice, Campari, and cracked ice to a lowball glass.
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Stir for 10-15 seconds.
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Garnish with orange slice.
