Name: Americano
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz Campari; 1.5 oz Sweet Vermouth; 2 oz Soda Water; 1 cup Ice; 1 piece Orange slice

Americano

Cocktail Recipe

Glass: Old Fashioned Difficulty: Easy Prep: 5 min Garnish: Orange slice Views: 0

Description

A refreshing and bitter cocktail combining the richness of sweet vermouth and the bright notes of Campari, served over ice.

History

The Americano originated in Italy in the 1860s and became popular among American tourists. It is a lighter alternative to the Negroni, with a distinctive bittersweet flavor profile.

Instructions

Step 1.

- Fill an Old Fashioned glass with ice.

Step 2.

- Pour in 1.5 oz Campari.

Step 3.

- Add 1.5 oz sweet vermouth.

Step 4.

- Top with soda water (about 2 oz, adjust to taste).

Step 5.

- Stir gently to combine.

Step 6.

- Garnish with an orange slice.

Ingredients

1.5 oz Campari

1.5 oz Sweet Vermouth

2 oz Soda Water (optional)

1 cup Ice

1 piece Orange slice (garnish)

Quick Info

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Created: 2026-01-15 01:35:50

Updated: 2026-01-15 01:39:44

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