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    Enzoni Cocktail (Campari Gin Sour)

    Published: Feb 16, 2025 by Melissa · This post contains links that pay me a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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    The Enzoni Cocktail blends the bold bitterness of Campari with gin’s botanicals and the sweet and tart flavors of muddled grapes, lemon, and simple syrup. Lighter and fruitier than a Negroni, this cocktail is for those that like some elements of a Negroni but are looking for something more refreshing.

    Enzoni cocktail on a pink surface with grapes and a lemon half.

    If you’re a fan of bittersweet Italian cocktails, you need to try some of my other Italian aperitif recipes. You should definitely try a White Negroni, Rome with a View, and an Aperol Sour are all great places to start!

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    • What is an Enzoni Cocktail?
    • Ingredient Notes
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Tips & Variations
    • When to Serve an Enzoni
    • Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews

    What is an Enzoni Cocktail?

    Created by bartender Vincenzo Errico, the Enzoni is essentially a cross between a Negroni and a Gin Sour. It takes the structure of a Negroni but swaps out the vermouth for fresh grapes, lemon juice, and simple syrup. This creates a citrusy drink that has a lot less bite than a traditional Negroni.

    Ingredient Notes

    Ingredients for the cocktail on a pink surface.
    • Gin – A classic London dry gin works great, but I used a local Charleston gin, Hat Trick, from the distillery High Wire. It’s one of my favorites and has floral notes along with citrus, and licorice. 
    • Campari – This iconic Italian aperitif gives the Enzoni Cocktail its signature bitter edge. If you prefer a milder bitterness, Aperol can be a softer substitute. I like to even use Aperol in Negronis to soften them a bit.
    • Green Grapes – Muddled green grapes add a natural sweetness and fresh fruitiness. If unavailable or preferred, red grapes can be used. Make sure you save a few extra for garnish. 
    • Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice is essential for balancing the cocktail’s flavors.
    • Simple Syrup – You can buy this or make it by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over the stove or in the microwave. Once the sugar is dissolved, allow it to cool to room temp before using it.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1 showing muddling the grapes and adding the campari to the shaker.

    Step 1: Muddle the grapes in the bottom of an empty cocktail shaker. Then, add the Campari.

    Step 2 showing adding the gin and lemon juice to the shaker.

    Step 2: Add the gin and lemon juice to the shaker.

    Step 3 showing adding the simple syrup to the shaker and shaking it up.

    Step 3: Then, add the simple syrup and ice cubes. Shake until well chilled. 

    Step 4 showing straining the cocktail into the glass and garnishing with a skewer of grapes.

    Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with extra grapes on a skewer. 

    Tips & Variations

    Adjust the bitterness – If you’re new to Campari, you can reduce the amount slightly or opt for Aperol for a softer flavor.

    Try red grapes – Swapping green grapes for red grapes can add a slightly sweeter, more robust flavor to the cocktail.

    Make it sweeter or more tart – Add more simple syrup or lemon juice depending on your preferences. 

    Make it a highball – Add a splash of soda water for a more refreshing, lower-ABV version.

    When to Serve an Enzoni

    The Enzoni Cocktail is a great drink for aperitivo hour, (a time to serve Italian aperitifs) to help stimulate the appetite before a meal. 

    It goes well with happy hour pairings like salty snacks and charcuterie boards. It’s also a fantastic summer cocktail, thanks to its fresh and citrusy character.

    Cocktail garnished with a skewer of green grapes.

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    Enzoni cocktail on a pink surface with grapes and a lemon half.

    Enzoni Cocktail Recipe

    Melissa
    This recipe blends the bold bitterness of Campari with gin’s botanicals and the sweet and tart flavors of muddled grapes, lemon, and simple syrup.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Aperitif, Happy Hour
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 1 cocktail

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 green grapes plus extra for garnish
    • 1 ounce Campari
    • 1 ounce gin
    • ¾ ounce lemon juice
    • ½ ounce simple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Muddle the grapes in the bottom of an empty cocktail shaker.
    • Add the Campari, gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes. Shake until well chilled.
    • Strain into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
    • Garnish with a skewer of green grapes.

    Notes

    Tips:
    • Try Aperol for a softer flavor.
    • Swapping the green grapes for red grapes for a more robust flavor.
    • Add more simple syrup or lemon juice to make it sweeter or more tart.
    • Add a splash of soda water for a lower-ABV version.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
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