
Campari is a bright red Italian bitter aperitif. Its profile combines orange peel, herbs, roots, and firm bitterness, making cocktails drier and more grown-up. Campari adds aroma and sweetness at the same time, so it affects balance more than its volume suggests. If a drink feels heavy, the sweet component often needs adjustment before the base spirit. Pay attention not only to the main flavor but also to sweetness. Two similar liqueurs may need different amounts even if they belong to the same ingredient type.