The classic Americano Cocktail is the perfect aperitif! Sweet Vermouth and bitter Campari are combined in this traditional sipper.
The Americano Cocktail
The classic Americano cocktail has a long history dating back to 1860 when it was first served at Caffè Campari, which was owned by the creator of Campari, Gaspare Campari. If you haven’t heard of Campari, which serves as one half of the Americano…you’re about to!
What's In An Americano Cocktail?
Campari is an Italian liqueur, distinguishable by it’s bright orange-red color. It gets its unique flavor from fruit and herbs and is particularly bitter.
It’s well known as it’s a key ingredients in two well known cocktails: the Negroni and the Americano. Each are made similarly, with the Negroni including equal parts of Sweet Vermouth, Campari, and Gin. The Americano, on the other hand, is equal parts Sweet Vermouth and Campari, with an optional splash of soda.
What Does It Taste Like?
As previously mentioned, Campari is distinctively bitter. That said, it may not please every palate. However, it makes an excellent palate-preparing aperitif. Apertifs are beverages that stimulate the appetite, readying you for a big meal.
Thanksgiving, anyone?!
Americano Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
- Soda water
- Lemon twist, for serving
Instructions
- In a lowball glass combine Campari and Sweet Vermouth. Stir to combine.
- Add ice and top with soda. Garnish with a lemon twist.