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🌍Authentic Italian recipe from a Italy-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Bitter Italian

Cultural Context

The Bitter Italian is a refreshing cocktail that embodies the Italian aperitivo culture, which emphasizes enjoying drinks before meals to stimulate appetite. This drink combines the bitterness of Campari with the sweetness of vermouth, creating a balanced flavor profile. It’s popular in social settings and is often served at gatherings, reflecting the Italian tradition of savoring life and good company.

ItalianITother
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1kg di Zucchero
100g di Caffè macinato
630ml (500g) di Alcool alimentare

Campari

🥗Healthier: aperol

💰Cheaper: non-alcoholic bitter

Aperol has fewer calories and a sweeter profile.

sweet vermouth

🥗Healthier: dry vermouth

💰Cheaper: red wine

Dry vermouth has less sugar, while red wine is less expensive.

soda water

🥗Healthier: sparkling water

💰Cheaper: club soda

Sparkling water is a healthier alternative with no added sodium.

bitters

🥗Healthier: herbal tincture

💰Cheaper: homemade bitters

Herbal tinctures can provide flavor without added sugar.

1

Combine the sugar, ground coffee, and food alcohol in a suitable container.

2

Seal the container and shake well to dissolve the sugar.

3

Let the mixture sit for at least one month, shaking the bottle before use.

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol
Local Name: Cafè Amaro

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