Americano Cocktail

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From Drinking French: The iconic cocktails, apéritifs, and café traditions of France, with 160 recipes (Ten Speed Press) by David Lebovitz.

This classic apertif balances sweet vermouth with red bitters for a bracing, refreshing low-ABV cocktail, which is enjoyed in cafes across France. 

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Prep time 5mins
Serves or Makes: 1

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ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Campari or another red bitter apertif
  • 1 1/2 ounces sweet red vermouth
  • 1 ounce sparkling water, or to taste
  • 1 orange or lemon twist, for garnish

Method

  • Step 1

    In a short tumbler or on-the-rocks-glass, mix the Campari and vermouth. Add sparkling water (you can add more, or less, to taste). Add ice and garnish with a citrus twist.