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- Campari – this bitter liqueur is one of kind, and while Aperol is could work as a substitute, you won’t get the quite same flavor profile
- White wine – any white wine will do, but this cocktail is typically made with a dry white wine
- Club soda – sparkling water or seltzer water will also work
How to make a bicicletta cocktail
- Combine the Campari, white wine and club soda in a cocktail glass with ice.
- Stir with a bar spoon until the two ingredients are evenly combined and chilled – about 30 seconds.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Everything you need to know about spritz cocktails
Spritz cocktails have been around for hundreds of years, and they originated in the northern region of Italy during the early 1800s. Their name implies that a splash of water has been added to the cocktail. In modern times, that splash tends to be something bubbly such as sparkling water or soda.
While they are similar in flavor and both bitter Italian liqueur (also known as amaro), Aperol is sweeter and contains a little more sugar. Campari is a little more bitter and has a higher alcohol content.
Since Campari is considered an aperitif so the best time to drink a bicicletta spritz would be just before dinner, but you can definitely enjoy it anytime you want. Our favorite time to serve this cocktail is on a warm summer evening.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces Campari
- 1 1/2 ounces white wine
- 1 1/2 ounces club soda
- For garnish: orange slice
Instructions
- Combine Campari and white wine in a highball glass.
- Fill the glass two-third with ice. Stir for about 30 seconds to chill the cocktail.
- Top with club soda and gently stir.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Last Updated on February 1, 2024 by Melissa Belanger
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