Americano is a classic cocktail that is the predecessor of the Negroni and consists of equal parts of Campari and sweet vermouth.

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History of Americano

Americano cocktail was first served in Milan in Caffè Campari in 1860s, owned by Gaspare Campari, a well known Italian drinks manufacturer known for selling his bitter aperitif throughout Italy.

While being a known drink, Americano gained most of its popularity after being mentioned in Ian Felming’s “Casino Royale” novel in 1953 (similar to Vesper Martini).

Americano Cocktail Recipe

Americano

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Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 oz Campari
  • 1 1/2 oz Sweet vermouth
  • 0.5 cup Soda water
  • 1 Orange twist (garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Fill a tall glass with ice
  • Pour Campari and sweet vermouth into the glass
  • Top with soda water and stir
  • Garnish with orange twist (optional)
Keyword Campari, Vermouth

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