{"id":896,"date":"2022-06-15T11:42:33","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T11:42:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=896"},"modified":"2025-10-29T06:59:05","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T10:59:05","slug":"italian-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/italian-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"Cin Cin! 14 Classic Italian Cocktails to Sip &amp; Savor with Friends"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Italian cocktails are deeply (and deliciously) rooted in Italy\u2019s aperitivo culture, where the pre-dinner sip is as iconic as the meal. Just like Italian food and wine, they\u2019re all about flavor, vibe, and tradition, but the scene isn\u2019t stuck in the past.<\/p>\n<p>Classics like the Aperol Spritz share the spotlight with new-school twists and low-proof serves that are trending everywhere. The best part? You don\u2019t need to fly all the way to Venice to get the vibe; you can shake up Italian clinkers at home and make them your own.<\/p>\n<h2>Brief history of Italian cocktails<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-10467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Two Aperol gin cocktails and a bowl of olives on a wooden table under a vine trellis in a courtyard on a sunny day\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet--760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/05\/678.-Aperol-Gin-Cocktails_Featured-Image_Firefly_GP_AnnaBetStemmet-.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It all started way back in the 19th century, when aperitivo culture first took off in Northern Italy. Locals in cities like Turin and Milan would gather in caf\u00e9s to sip light, bitter drinks designed to \u201copen\u201d the appetite before dinner. That\u2019s where legends like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinzano.com\/our-products\/vermouth?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinzano vermouth<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campari.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Campari<\/a> came into play, laying the foundation for classics that still headline drinks menus today.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, these rituals shaped global drinking culture. The Negroni was born in Florence in the early 1900s, and the Italian spritz scene exploded in popularity thanks to the Veneto region\u2019s love of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinzano.com\/our-products\/sparkling-wine\/prosecco-doc?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Prosecco<\/a> mixed with bitters. By the mid-20th century, Italy\u2019s bar scene was exporting not only drinks, but a whole lifestyle\u2014casual, stylish, and centered around community.<\/p>\n<p>Fast-forward to today, and Italian cocktail recipes are trending worldwide. They balance old-school tradition with modern low-proof vibes, making them as perfect for rooftop parties as they are for a laid-back Sunday lunch.<\/p>\n<h2>Essential ingredients in Italian cocktails<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A styled shot of two vibrant orange Aperol Spritz cocktails next to a bottle of Aperol and Cinzano Prosecco\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Venetian-Aperitivo-Hour_Aperol-Spritz-FEATURED_Brand-Image.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What makes these drinks so special? It all comes down to the bottles behind the bar. Italian aperitifs like Campari and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aperol.com\/en-us?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aperol<\/a> are at the heart of countless classics, adding that signature bittersweet kick to everything from a Negroni to a spritz. Vermouth also deserves a shout, bringing balance and depth with its blend of herbs and spices.<\/p>\n<p>For after-dinner pours, Italian digestifs take center stage. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amaroaverna.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amaro Averna<\/a> is a go-to, offering a rich, bittersweet complexity that rounds out the night perfectly. These sippers aren\u2019t just about tradition; they\u2019re about ending a meal on a high note.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s not all bitters. Sparkling Prosecco keeps things light and bubbly, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmarnier.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Marnier<\/a> adds a luxe citrus edge that plays beautifully in modern riffs. And if you\u2019re aiming for a next-level spritz, a splash of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-lallier.com\/our-collections\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lallier Champagne<\/a> gives it that premium sparkle. Together, these bottles show how Italian liqueur culture blends heritage with flavor in a way that still feels fresh today.<\/p>\n<div class=\"_shortcode-quote-box\">\n    <div class=\"left\">\n                <div class=\"top-label\">\n            The sip that defines Italian sophistication        <\/div>\n        \n        \t\t\t        <svg width=\"41\" viewBox=\"0 0 41 31\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n            <path\n                d=\"M9.77483 30.5C7.60265 30.5 5.76233 29.9849 4.25386 28.9545C2.80574 27.9242 1.71965 26.5606 0.995585 24.8636C0.331862 23.1667 0 21.3485 0 19.4091C0 16.6212 0.573216 13.9848 1.71965 11.5C2.92642 9.01515 4.46505 6.83333 6.33554 4.95455C8.26637 3.01515 10.3481 1.5303 12.5806 0.5L18.8256 5.13636C17.1965 5.86364 15.6578 6.74242 14.2097 7.77273C12.7616 8.74242 11.4945 9.83333 10.4084 11.0455C9.38263 12.2576 8.59823 13.5 8.05519 14.7727L8.50773 15.0455C8.86976 14.803 9.26196 14.6212 9.68433 14.5C10.167 14.3788 10.8006 14.3182 11.585 14.3182C12.6711 14.3182 13.7572 14.5909 14.8433 15.1364C15.9897 15.6818 16.9249 16.5 17.649 17.5909C18.4334 18.6818 18.8256 20.0758 18.8256 21.7727C18.8256 23.6515 18.4032 25.2576 17.5585 26.5909C16.7138 27.8636 15.5975 28.8333 14.2097 29.5C12.8219 30.1667 11.3436 30.5 9.77483 30.5ZM31.9492 30.5C29.777 30.5 27.9367 29.9849 26.4283 28.9545C24.9801 27.9242 23.894 26.5606 23.17 24.8636C22.5063 23.1667 22.1744 21.3485 22.1744 19.4091C22.1744 16.6212 22.7476 13.9848 23.894 11.5C25.1008 9.01515 26.6394 6.83333 28.5099 4.95455C30.4408 3.01515 32.5224 1.5303 34.755 0.5L41 5.13636C39.3709 5.86364 37.8322 6.74242 36.3841 7.77273C34.936 8.74242 33.6689 9.83333 32.5828 11.0455C31.557 12.2576 30.7726 13.5 30.2296 14.7727L30.6821 15.0455C31.0442 14.803 31.4363 14.6212 31.8587 14.5C32.3414 14.3788 32.975 14.3182 33.7594 14.3182C34.8455 14.3182 35.9316 14.5909 37.0177 15.1364C38.1641 15.6818 39.0993 16.5 39.8234 17.5909C40.6078 18.6818 41 20.0758 41 21.7727C41 23.6515 40.5776 25.2576 39.7329 26.5909C38.8882 27.8636 37.7719 28.8333 36.3841 29.5C34.9963 30.1667 33.518 30.5 31.9492 30.5Z\"\n                fill=\"#70A144\" \/>\n        <\/svg>\n                <div class=\"text \">\n            <p>Aperol is an exciting bitter liqueur to use in cocktails. It adds fruity and floral notes, also herbaceous notes, which enhance all the other flavors, and a pleasant mouthfeel due to its higher density.<\/p>        <\/div>\n        \n                <div class=\"author\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/BRAND-AMBASSADOR-BIO_Loris-150x150.jpg\"\n                alt=\"LORIS CONTRO\" class=\"author__image\">\n            \n            <div class=\"author_texts\">\n                                <div class=\"author__name\">LORIS CONTRO<\/div>\n                \n                                <div class=\"author__description\">Italian Icons Brand Ambassador<\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"right\">\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Classic Italian cocktails<\/h2>\n<h3>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/aperol-spritz\/\">Aperol Spritz<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4979\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Festive Aperol Spritz cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Aperol-Spritz_01_Campari-Shoot-e1670578668352.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The low-alcohol Aperol Spritz comes in at only 11% ABV, which means it is ideal for days when you want to keep things nice and light. Bittersweet, botanical, and bubbly, these easy summer cocktails are vibrant and delicious. It\u2019s no wonder they&#8217;re part of one of the most famous after-work cocktail traditions in Italy.<\/p>\n<h3>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/sarti-spritz\/\">Sarti Spritz<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-15314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Three friends around a table enjoying Sarti Spritz cocktails alongisde aperitivo bites in the golden light of the late afternoon.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/08\/Sarti-Spritz_Option-01-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Sarti Spritz is a classy Italian aperitif that has been gaining serious popularity. Made with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sartiaperitivo.com\/\">Sarti Rosa<\/a>, Prosecco, and club soda, it\u2019s fruity and floral with just the right hint of bitterness. Pair it with light bites like bruschetta or a fresh Caprese salad, and you\u2019ve got aperitivo hour sorted.<\/p>\n<h3>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/negroni\/\">Negroni<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Festive Negroni cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/08\/Negroni_GPC.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Much like Ferraris and Neapolitan sauce, the Negroni is a true red-blooded Italian classic that&#8217;s taken the world by storm. Made with equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, served on ice with a twist of orange, this red-hued drink is loved by many. Keen to try some spin-offs? How about the sparkly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/negroni-sbagliato\/\">Negroni Sbagliato<\/a> or the inventive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/white-negroni\/\">White Negroni?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/negroni-history\/\">The Complete History of the Negroni Cocktail<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/americano-cocktail\/\">Americano<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-11824\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of two Americano cocktails in ice-filled highball glasses with lemon garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-1536x878.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Americano-Cocktail_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1725274067278-2048x1170.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Americano cocktail recipe is a fusion of the bittersweet orange flavor of Campari and the herbaceous character of rosso vermouth, spiked with the effervescence of club soda to create the perfect sipping cocktail. And the best part? It\u2019s low in alcohol\u2014perfect for lazy days around the pool.<\/p>\n<h3>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/classic-martini\/\">Classic Martini<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Gin Martini garnished with olives\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/04\/78.-Gin-Martini_taylor-simpson-2eYMmR60wDE-unsplash.png 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Classic Martini will forever (and ever) be one of the best Italian cocktails you can serve. It\u2019s sophisticated but simple to make with only two ingredients, so there\u2019s not a lot of room for error. Make sure you get the best dry gin (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldoggin.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bulldog London Dry<\/a>) and top-tier dry vermouth (we suggest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinzano.com\/our-products\/vermouth\/bottega-cinzano-1757-extra-dry\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cinzano Vermouth Extra Dry<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3>6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/bellini-cocktail\/\">Bellini<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-11066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of two Cosmobellini cocktails in flute glasses\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1536x878.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/693.-Cosmo-Variations_Cosmobellini_Firefly_HelenaLombard-2048x1170.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dainty, a little daring, and completely fruity, the Bellini is a famous brunch cocktail with flavors that capture the essence of summertime in Italy. Think long and lazy meals, witty conversation, and beautiful sips. Put this fruity fizz on your drinks menu for authentic Italian flair. Life doesn\u2019t get peachier than this!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also see<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/aperitivo-hour\/\">What is Aperitivo Hour? The Ultimate Guide to Italy&#8217;s Pre-Dinner Ritual<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/hugo-cocktail-ingredients\/\">The Hugo<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-15024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"three spritz cocktails with cucumber slices on a silver tray\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/765.-National-Spritz-Day_Hugo-Spritz_Firefly_HelenaLombard.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This spritz-style elderflower liqueur cocktail is light, floral, and Insta-ready, perfect for summertime get-togethers by the pool. Originally from Northern Italy, the Hugo has become a global favorite thanks to its easy mix of Prosecco, soda, and mint that keeps the vibe effortlessly cool.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read next<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/spritz-cocktails\/\">16 Delicious Spritz Cocktails to Sip on This Summer<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Modern Italian cocktail riffs &amp; twists<\/h2>\n<h3>8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/italian-manhattan-cocktail\/\">Italian Manhattan<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8850\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Realistic editorial style image of two two Italian Manhattan cocktails on a table outside with a typical scene in Florence on a sunny day as backdrop\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Manhattan.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The OG <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/manhattan-cocktail-ingredients\/\">Manhattan<\/a> is made with rye whiskey, vermouth, and bitters and is a popular choice for cocktail connoisseurs. This version is the Manhattan\u2019s dapper Italian cousin; it&#8217;s bourbon-based, swaps out the vermouth for Amaretto and adds sweetness with cherry juice. You can also make a Cynar Manhattan or Little Italy where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camparigroup.com\/en\/spiritheque\/cynar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cynar<\/a> (an Italian amaro made from artichokes) replaces the bitters in the traditional Manhattan recipe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also see<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/cynar-cocktails\/\">Discover the Best Cynar Cocktails: Sip &amp; Savor the Unique Flavor<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/garibaldi-cocktail\/\">Garibaldi<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1179\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Front View of Garibaldi Cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/226.-Garibaldi-envato-credit-Alex9500a.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Garibaldi is a popular two-ingredient cocktail made with a super-easy blend of fresh orange juice (blitzed until frothy) and Campari. Served on ice in a highball glass and garnished with a slice of orange, things couldn\u2019t get any simpler.<\/p>\n<h3>10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/italian-breeze\/\">Italian Breeze<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-11617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-1024x585.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a Wray and Nephew Italian Breeze cocktail with orange, mint and cherry garnish\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-1024x585.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-1536x878.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/08\/Wray-and-Nephew_Italian-Breeze_Firefly_HelenaLombard-scaled-e1724209439416-2048x1170.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Learning how to make this pretty drink is an absolute breeze (<em>wink wink<\/em>) and the perfect choice for novice cocktail makers. This low-prep sip is ideal for balmy afternoons that call for a tropical twist. It\u2019s made using rum and Amaretto along with pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and ice. Tart, sweet, and super cute in pictures, it\u2019s the only drink you\u2019ll want this summer.<\/p>\n<h3>11. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/italian-job-cocktail\/\">Italian Job<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1275\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"An Italian Job Cocktail with orange bitters\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/202.-Italian-Job-envato-credit-bhofack2-1.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The star of this drink is Campari, as is the case with many of our favorite Italian sippers. What sets it apart is the gutsy addition of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyyvodka.com\/en-us\/products\/skyy-infusions-blood-orange\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SKYY Infusions Blood Orange vodka<\/a>. Mixed with bitter grapefruit juice and sweet vermouth, this one is a big win for all the sweet-and-sour enthusiasts out there.<\/p>\n<h3>12. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/italian-gentleman-cocktail\/\">Italian Gentleman<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-377\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/120.-Italian-Gentleman-Cocktail-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of two bright red Italian Gentleman cocktails in stemmed glasses, presented against a light grey backdrop, surrounded by greenery and fresh slices of citrus fruit\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/120.-Italian-Gentleman-Cocktail-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/120.-Italian-Gentleman-Cocktail-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/120.-Italian-Gentleman-Cocktail-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/05\/120.-Italian-Gentleman-Cocktail.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Combine bitter, crimson-red Campari, bourbon, a dash of lemon juice, and a dash of simple syrup, and you get the dapper Italian Gentleman. This cocktail\u2019s distinctive flavor makes it an excellent aperitif to serve before a long, lingering dinner with good conversation and mischievous friends.<\/p>\n<h3>13. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/italian-sunrise\/\">Italian Sunrise<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-8852\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Realistic editorial style image of two Italian Sunrise cocktails on a table outside with a typical scene in Sienna on a sunny day as backdrop\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/11\/Italian-Sunrise.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyyvodka.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SKYY Vodka<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campari.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Campari<\/a>, and Limoncello come together in a sultry Italian Sunrise cocktail. These star ingredients are shaken with ice, fresh orange juice, and sweet-and-sour bitters, then strained into a chilled glass. For a more authentic sunrise, we suggest adding the Campari to the glass first and then pouring in the rest of the shaken ingredients. Garnish with a slice of orange and serve during your next brunch.<\/p>\n<h3>14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/limoncello-martini\/\">Limoncello Martini<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2802\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Limoncello martini in cocktail glasses with a lemon twist\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/06\/228.-Limoncello-Martini_Canva_bhofack2-lemon-martini.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Every great beginning should have an equally great end, and there\u2019s no better way to end your evening than with a classic Limoncello Martini. Made with sweet (and quite potent) Italian lemon liqueur, this cocktail is an excellent digestif after a heavy meal. The perfect drink for citrus-loving friends and after an evening of indulging in pizza and pasta.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also try<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/limoncello-spritz\/\">Limoncello Spritz<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/lemon-drop-martini\/\">Lemon Drop Martini<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Modern trends in Italian mixology<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13219\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A bright yellow tropical cocktail called Grand Punch, served in crystal-patterned glasses filled with ice, garnished with fresh pineapple wedges and mint leaves, and placed next to whole pineapples on a light surface.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/10\/Grand-Punch_Recipe-Image_FireFly_AnnaBetStemmet.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Italian cocktails are having their main character moment, and the trends are straight fire. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/low-alcohol-cocktails\/\">Low-ABV drinks<\/a> are also the move right now\u2014light on the booze, heavy on the flavor. Bars are dropping tropical infusions like mango, pineapple, and passionfruit into the mix, giving classic bitters a glow-up.<\/p>\n<p>On the flipside, non-alcoholic aperitifs like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crodino.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crodino<\/a> mean everyone gets to flex their spritz game, no FOMO. And the vibe? Pure Amalfi Coast energy: sun-soaked, colorful, and made for golden-hour hangs. It\u2019s about keeping Italy\u2019s roots while serving up the kind of cocktail culture that feels fresh, fun, and totally now.<\/p>\n<p><em>There you have it, besties\u201414 Italian cocktail recipes that are sure to add a touch of <\/em>la dolce vita<em> to any shindig. Visit the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campari.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Campari<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aperol.com\/en-us?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Aperol<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crodino.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Crodino<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sartiaperitivo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Sarti<\/em><\/a><em>, and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandmarnier.com\/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Grand Marnier<\/em><\/a><em> websites to stock up on the essentials to whip up these gorgeous clinkers. 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