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Americano Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Americano Cocktail, originating in Italy, is a refreshing blend of sweet vermouth, Campari, and soda water. Traditionally served as an aperitif, it embodies the Italian art of enjoying life slowly and savoring flavors. Its popularity has surged globally, often seen as a lighter alternative to the Negroni, making it a favorite in bars and restaurants around the world.

ItalianITdrink
5 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 ounces Campari
1.5 ounces sweet vermouth
soda water
orange zest

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: vermouth

Dry vermouth is lower in sugar and calories.

Campari

💰Cheaper: aperol

Aperol is less bitter and sweeter.

soda water

💰Cheaper: sparkling water

Sparkling water provides similar fizziness.

orange slice

💰Cheaper: lemon slice

Lemon slice adds a citrusy note.

1

Fill a highball glass with ice.

2

Measure out 1.5 ounces of Campari and pour it into the glass.

3

Measure out 1.5 ounces of sweet vermouth and pour it into the glass.

4

Top off the drink with soda water.

5

Take an orange and use a peeler to zest the skin.

6

Squeeze and twist the orange zest over the drink as a garnish.

Equipment Needed

highball glasspeeler

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

AmericanoNegroni Sbagliato
Local Name: Americano Cocktails

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