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Tifozi

The term “tifozi” is slang used to describe hardcore Italian soccer fans, and there is nothing more hardcore Italian than this aperitivo. The Tifozi (see photo) is an EO original based on the Americano cocktail (opposite), intended to be a humorous salute to its namesake. It is bitter, sweet, sour, and fizzy with the addition of San Pellegrino Aranciata, a natural orange-flavored soda. The lime wheels add freshness and life to the cocktail.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 1 drink

Ingredients

1 1/2 ounces Campari
1 1/2 ounces Punt e Mes sweet vermouth
3 lime wheels
3 ounces San Pellegrino Aranciata

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pour the Campari and vermouth into a Collins glass. Add large cold ice cubes and the lime wheels. Cover the glass with a small shaker and shake gently. Top off with the Aranciata.

  2. tasting notes

    Step 2

    Dominant Flavors: bitter fruits and sweet citrus with orange on the nose

    Step 3

    Body: light, effervescent

    Step 4

    Dryness: medium

    Step 5

    Complexity: medium

    Step 6

    Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: bitter botanicals from the Campari

    Step 7

    Finish: medium, semisweet

  3. Step 8

    Glass: Collins

Cover of Speakeasy by Jason Kosmas and Dushan Zaric featuring a coupe glass with a brown cocktail and lemon wheel garnish.
Reprinted with permission from Speakeasy: The Employees Only Guide to Classic Cocktails Reimagined by Jason Kosmas and Dushan Zaric, © 2010 Ten Speed Press. Buy the full book from Amazon or Bookshop.
TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesCampariAmaroLiqueurVermouthItalianEuropeanLimeCitrusFruitEasyQuickCookbooks
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