Not Your Average Americano

This non-alcoholic Americano cocktail is a lighter, fresher take on a Negroni-style aperitif – bold, citrus-led and beautifully balanced. If you’re looking for an Americano cocktail recipe without alcohol, this is a proper aperitif with personality, not an “almost” drink.

Made with Orange Cinchona, it delivers that unmistakable bittersweet aperitivo character – zesty, complex and gently bitter, with a refreshing lift. Think Italian aperitivo hour, golden light, and good snacks – minus the heavy finish.

Uses Orange Cinchona

A bright, bittersweet aperitif inspired by the classic Americano cocktail

You’ll Need

50ml Orange Cinchona (a bold, bittersweet aperitif base)
50ml Red Grape Juice
100ml Clementine Tonic
Garnish: Twist of Orange Zest
Large Ice Cube
Old Fashioned glass

Making & Pairing

Add a large ice cube to an Old Fashioned glass
Pour in the Orange Cinchona and red grape juice
Top with clementine tonic
Stir gently and finish with a twist of orange zest
Simple, elegant, and perfect for aperitivo hour

This aperitivo drink is best enjoyed before dinner or as a relaxed early-evening serve. Pair with salty almonds, olives, crisps or crostini — classic Italian aperitif accompaniments that let the bittersweet flavours shine.

It also works beautifully as a lighter alternative to heavier after-dinner drinks, bridging the space between aperitif and digestif with ease.

ENJOY

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Not Your Average Americano

Uses Orange Cinchona

You’ll Need

Making & Pairing