Americano Cocktail
Transport yourself to a sun-drenched Italian piazza with this effortlessly chic aperitivo. The Americano, a sophisticated cousin of the Negroni, offers a delightful dance of bittersweet flavors, perfectly balanced with a splash of refreshing soda. It's the ideal prelude to an evening of culinary delights, or simply a delightful way to savor a moment of la dolce vita.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
7 g
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
0 g
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Sodium
22 mg
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Sugar
3 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
Prepare Your Glass: Fill a tall glass (such as a highball or Collins glass) generously with ice cubes. (2 minutes)
02
Step
Combine Aperitifs: Pour the Campari and sweet vermouth over the ice. (1 minute)
03
Step
Stir Gently: Using a long spoon, gently stir the mixture to combine the ingredients and chill. (30 seconds)
04
Step
Top with Soda: Add the chilled club soda to fill most of the glass, leaving a little room at the top. (30 seconds)
05
Step
Garnish: Express the oils from the orange peel over the drink by twisting it gently. Then, drop the peel into the glass as a garnish. (1 minute)
06
Step
Serve Immediately: Serve your Americano immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors.
For a sweeter profile, add a splash of simple syrup or a dash of sugar.
Experiment with different types of sweet vermouth to find your preferred flavor.
If you don't have club soda, you can substitute with sparkling water or seltzer.
For a stronger drink, reduce the amount of club soda.
Chill your glass beforehand for an extra refreshing experience.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
3.3/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
Gunner Mitchell
Jun 30, 2025The orange peel makes all the difference! Don't skip that step.
Mackenzie Schumm
Jun 28, 2025This recipe is fantastic! I made a pitcher for a party, and everyone loved it.
Horace Shanahan
Jun 25, 2025My favorite cocktail!
Abigale Dickens
Jun 22, 2025I used a slightly sweeter vermouth, and it balanced the Campari beautifully. Thanks for the tip!
Lonie Donnelly
Jun 22, 2025Simple, elegant, and delicious! Who needs gin?
Ernesto Lubowitz
Jun 21, 2025I found the original recipe a bit too bitter for my taste, so I added a teaspoon of simple syrup, and it was perfect!
Justina Hettinger
Jun 18, 2025This is my new go-to summer drink! So easy to make and incredibly refreshing.
Garth Gusikowski
Jun 18, 2025I substituted with soda water and it was great