4 Delicious Italian Cocktail Recipes To Recreate At Home
Italian cocktails aren’t simply meant to be relished at surface level for their flavour profiles – they are also an integral part of the cultural experience within the country. Their elegance and simplicity – often associated with sophisticated and elegant dining settings have since influenced how cocktails are presented and consumed worldwide.
Some of mixology’s most loved classics have roots embedded in Italian origins and have since been the canvas for reviving age-old techniques as well as offering inspiration for contemporary takes on them. Cut to the chase in present times and Italian cocktail recipes are approachable and easy to recreate with a few handy ingredients which contribute flavour and character – even to amateur mixologists in a home set-up.
Negroni
This citrus-laced cocktail is distinguished by its vibrant orange hue, has a complex flavour profile and is considered to be a timeless bar classic.
Ingredients [Serves 1]
- 30 ml gin
- 20 ml Italian bitter liqueur
- 20 ml sweet vermouth
- Orange slice, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- Pour the gin, bitter liqueur and sweet vermouth into a mixing glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Stir the mixture carefully for around 20 seconds to chill and dilute the cocktail.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice and garnish with an orange slice before serving.
Bellini
This sparkling brunch cocktail is a fruity and elegant concoction that is light, bubbly and aromatic – with a delicate sweetness from pre-made or fresh peach puree.
Ingredients [Serves 1]
- 60 ml peach puree
- Prosecco, for topping up
- Peach slice, for garnish
Method
- Add the peach puree to a champagne flute and gently pour the prosecco along the inner wall of the glass to avoid losing its fizz.
- Stir to combine and garnish with a slice of fresh peach before serving.
Limoncello Spritz
The citrus-forward Italian cocktail utilises one of Italy’s most coveted liqueur and is considered to be a summery twist on the classic Aperol Spritz.
Ingredients [Serves 1]
- 30 ml limoncello
- 60 ml prosecco
- 15 ml soda water
- Lemon wheel, for garnish
Method
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes and pour in the limoncello.
- Top up with prosecco and soda water before stirring gently to combine.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon and serve immediately.
Americano
This low-proof cocktail is often mistaken for its non-alcoholic coffee counterpart; however, it uses minimal ingredients and possesses a bittersweet, herbal profile.
Ingredients [Serves 1]
- 15 ml Italian bitter liqueur
- 15 ml sweet vermouth
- Soda water, for topping
- Orange slice, for garnish
Method
- Add the bitter liqueur and vermouth to an ice-filled serving glass and stir to combine.
- Top up with soda water, garnish with an orange slice and serve.
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