Why You Want an Americano, Americano, Americano (Spritz, that is)…
Appetito's aperitivo expert shares a refreshing summer cocktail that uses an Italian aperitivo you should know.
The term "Americano" is all over the Italian vernacular, most commonly with references to either nationality or a particular coffee order. Riccardo Massetti of Cremini's in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, wants you to extend the familiar word to a refreshing aperitivo that uses Cappelletti, a crimson bitter that makes for a nice alternative to the familiar spritz pairings with Prosecco. See how to make it below.
Americano Spritz
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servings1
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minuteIngredients
1/3 1/3 Cappelletti (wine-based bitter)
2/3 2/3 Prosecco
1 1 orange slice
Directions
- In a cocktail glass with ice, add the Cappelletti.
- Pour the Prosecco over the Cappelletti.
- Gently stir.
- Add orange slice.
- Enjoy!
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