Americano cocktail

Americano Cocktail Recipe

The Americano cocktail is a classic Italian aperitif drink made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water. This bitter herbal cocktail recipe features effervescent, refreshing flavors perfect for afternoon drinking. The predecessor to the famous Negroni, the Americano is a low-alcohol mixed drink ideal for aperitivo hour.

Glass:

Highball

Strength

Ingredients

1

Details

Glass: Highball
Makes: 1 serving
Strength:

Flavor Profile:

🍊 bitter 🌱 herby 💭 effervescent

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Add Campari and sweet vermouth to the glass.

  3. 3

    Top up with soda water and stir gently.

  4. 4

    Garnish with an orange zest.

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