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Little Italy Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Little Italy Cocktail is a delightful nod to the vibrant Italian-American neighborhoods of New York City. This cocktail combines the rich flavors of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and amaro, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness. It reflects the Italian tradition of aperitivo, where drinks are enjoyed before meals to stimulate the appetite. Today, this cocktail has gained popularity beyond its origins, making its way into bars and homes around the world, celebrated for its unique flavor profile and simplicity.

ItalianITdrink
5 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
60 ml rye whiskey
22.5 ml sweet vermouth
50 ml chena
ice
cherry

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: red wine

Dry vermouth offers a lighter option, while red wine can be more economical.

amaro

🥗Healthier: aperol

💰Cheaper: bitters

Aperol is a lighter alternative, while bitters can provide a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

1

Measure 60 ml (2 ounces) of rye whiskey and add it to a mixing glass.

2

Measure 22.5 ml (3/4 ounce) of sweet vermouth and add it to the mixing glass.

3

Measure 50 ml (1/2 ounce) of chena and add it to the mixing glass.

4

Fill the mixing glass with ice.

5

Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well chilled.

6

Prepare a chilled coupe glass by keeping it in the fridge or another method.

7

Strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe glass.

8

Garnish the cocktail with a cherry.

Cooking Techniques

stirringstraining

Equipment Needed

mixing glassbar spoonstrainercoupe glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Italian CocktailLittle ItalyItalian Negroni
Local Name: Little Italy Cocktail

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