Author Notes: This is a simple variation on an Americano cocktail, replacing the Campari with Aperol and adding aromatic bitters to make a drink that’s a little lighter and more citrusy and absolutely fantastic as a pre-dinner drink. —fiveandspice
Makes: 1 drink
Ingredients
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1 1/2
ounces Aperol
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1 1/2
ounces sweet vermouth (I recommend Cocchi Vermouth di Torino)
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3
dashes Angostura bitters
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2
ounces soda
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orange twist or slice, for garnish
Directions
- Combine the Aperol, vermouth, and bitters in an ice-filled glass, and top with soda. Stir gently to combine and garnish with orange twist or orange slice.
Photo by fiveandspice