Little Italy

Cocktail Recipe
Little Italy
Glass: Nick & Nora Difficulty: Medium Prep: 5 min Garnish: Orange twist Views: 1

Description

A vibrant cocktail that combines the rich flavors of amaro and sweet vermouth, creating a bittersweet and aromatic drink.

History

The Little Italy cocktail emerged in the early 2000s as bartenders began experimenting with traditional Italian ingredients in crafting modern cocktails. It pays homage to the connection between Italian culture and the cocktail scene in America.

Instructions

Step 1.
- Chill a Nick & Nora glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
Step 2.
- In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and amaro.
Step 3.
- Stir until well chilled and diluted, about 30 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
Step 5.
- Express the oils from an orange twist over the drink, then drop the twist into the glass.

Ingredients

1.5 oz Rye Whiskey
0.75 oz Sweet Vermouth
0.5 oz Amaro
1 Orange Twist — for garnish (garnish)

Quick Info

Views: 1
Created: 2026-02-23 23:17:07
Updated: 2026-03-01 04:10:31

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