Americano

Story

Americano start from 1860s for Gaspare Campari bar for Milan. Dem first call am 'Milano-Torino' (Campari from Milan, vermouth from Turin), dem change the name to 'Americano' for early 1900s, either because American tourists love am or because e resemble American-style highballs. E also get the honor say na the first drink wey James Bond order for Ian Fleming novels. Americano dey give perfect introduction to bitter Italian aperitifs. Campari intense bitter taste dey soften by the herbal sweetness of sweet vermouth, while soda water add refreshing fizz. E no hard like Negroni but e get the same sophisticated DNA. This low-alcohol cocktail dey attract people wey dey find something lighter, perfect as aperitivo before dinner or for warm afternoons when you want something stimulating but no too strong. Na the original Italian cafe drink, wey dem make to sip slowly while you dey watch the world pass. Pro Tips: Use quality Italian vermouth and Campari—inferior products no get where to hide. Build am direct for glass with plenty ice. Orange slice garnish na tradition and e add aromatic brightness. For stronger version, add one ounce gin to make Negroni.