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americano cocktail recipe

Americano Cocktail Recipe

This classic Italian cocktail is big on taste but light on booze. You get a mix of bitter, sweet, and bubbles that is refreshing any time of day. An Americano is great before a meal or during a sunny afternoon with friends.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1

Equipment

  • Highball or old-fashioned glass
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Bar Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 oz campari
  • 1 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
  • 2 oz soda water
  • orange slice or twist for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Start by filling a highball glass with plenty of ice. Pour in 1 1/2 oz of Campari and 1 1/2 oz of sweet vermouth directly over the ice so the spirits chill and blend together.
  • Slowly top it off with about 2 oz of soda water. Stir gently to mix the flavors without losing the fizz.
  • Add a fresh orange slice or twist for garnish. You can drop it into the drink or rest it on the rim. Serve right away while it's cold and bubbly.
Keyword americano cocktail, campari cocktail, classic cocktail, italian cocktail, sweet vermouth cocktail