Selection of 4 Il Mulino Risorgimento 5 liqueurs:
Aperitif Risorgimento 5 - Herbal Infusion
Vermouth Risorgimento 5 - Wine with Flavours
Amaro Risorgimento 5 - Macerated Officinals
Ginepro Risorgimento 5 - Distilled with botanicals
Use Risorgimento 5 selections to create fantastic cocktails
Make your own Americano cocktail
Don't miss an Americano, made with equal parts Aperitivo and Vermouth, with the addition of a splash of soda: a symbol of the Italian aperitif.
This drink, appreciated by all for its exceptional combination of flavors, represents an authentic expression of Italian tradition.
The origin of the Americano is shrouded in mystery, with several legends dating its birth back to the 1930s.
Some claim that the name may be a reference to the famous Italian boxer Primo Carnera, beloved and renowned in the United States in those years.
One of the most fascinating hypotheses places the creation and diffusion of the cocktail in the legendary Camparino Bar in Milan in the 1930s.
However, this thesis seems to be in contrast with the story of another famous cocktail, the Negroni, attributed to Count Negroni, who asked the barman Fosco Scarselli to add gin to his Americano as early as 1919.
Furthermore, the term "Americano" could be a variant of the name "Milano-Torino", a drink born in 1860 at the Bar Gaspare Campari in Milan, created by the creator of the famous Bitter.
This drink was particularly popular with American tourists visiting Italy.
Other theories, although less documented, suggest that the cocktail could be a tribute to the boxer Primo Carnera, nicknamed "the American", or that the name "Americano" derives from the translation of "bitter", the Italian term for "bitter".
The Americano has the distinction of being the first cocktail requested by James Bond in Ian Fleming's book about the British spy, Casino Royale, thus helping to make the drink even more famous internationally.
To make an authentic Americano, follow this simple recipe: Use an old fashioned glass and follow the “build” preparation technique.
Pour the ingredients into a glass with ice and add a splash of soda to make the cocktail even fresher and more lively.
To complete, garnish the drink with a slice of orange, which will add an aromatic touch to your drink.
Experiment with high-quality ingredients, like those offered by Risorgimento 5, to obtain a truly exceptional result.
Making an Americano is easy and fun, and will allow you to appreciate all the elegance and history of this classic Italian cocktail.
Make your own Negroni cocktail
The Negroni is one of the most renowned and loved Italian cocktails in the world.
Its history has its roots in 1920s Italy, when Count Camillo Negroni, an elegant and cosmopolitan frequenter of the prestigious Caffè Casoni in Florence, asked the barman Fosco Scarselli to make a modification to his Americano.
The latter was a cocktail composed of vermouth, Campari and soda.
The Count requested that the soda be replaced with a "splash of gin", giving the drink a more decisive and enveloping character.
The novelty immediately achieved success and prestige among the regular customers of Caffè Casoni, and the cocktail was soon recognized with the name of its inventor, thus becoming the famous "Negroni".
The Negroni recipe is simple, but the result is a unique mix of flavors: the sweetness of vermouth, the bitterness of Campari and the strength of gin combine harmoniously, creating an unmistakable taste.
The cocktail should be served in a low tumbler, filled with ice to keep it cool and refreshing.
For an added aromatic note, it is traditional to garnish it with a slice of scented orange.
Today, the Negroni is considered an authentic symbol of the Italian aperitif, appreciated both nationally and internationally.
Its popularity is largely due to its balanced flavour and ability to please a wide range of palates.
If you want to prepare a delicious Negroni cocktail, follow this simple recipe carefully.
Start by filling a low tumbler with plenty of ice until it reaches about 3/4 of the glass.
Next, add a dose of gin, followed by a dose of Vermouth.
Finally, add a dose of Campari to complete the mix.
Of course with the artisanal products of Risorgimento 5: Il Ginepro, l' Aperitivo and il Vermut, the result is crazy! And voilà, your irresistible Negroni cocktail is ready to be enjoyed! Preparing it will be a breeze following these simple steps.
Enjoy this classic Italian aperitif and let yourself be conquered by its unique flavors.
Health!
Finally, discover the historic and perfect recipe for Gin Tonic, a legendary cocktail that has its roots in the distant 1700s.
Originally from India and introduced by the British army as a medicine to combat malaria, this drink has become a true icon in the world of cocktails.
The original recipe called for mixing gin (brandy) with water and ice to make quinine, used as an antimalarial remedy, less bitter.
Over time, the recipe was perfected thanks to the invention of tonic water, which simplified the preparation of this cocktail.
Prepare your Gin Tonic
When making a Gin and Tonic, there is no single rigid rule for the quantities of gin to use.
Some prefer a 1:1 ratio of gin to tonic water, for a stronger flavour, while others opt for a more moderate mix, with one-third gin and two-thirds tonic water.
To prepare the cocktail, fill the chosen glass with plenty of ice, pour in the Ginepro Risorgimento 5 and add the tonic water.
Squeeze a lemon wedge into the glass and garnish the cocktail with a lemon slice.
This cocktail is a real delight for the palate, thanks to its extraordinary combination of flavors and its fascinating history.
If you want to enjoy a perfect after-dinner drink, accompany your Gin Tonic with our Risorgimento bitter, a fragrant product with an intense and extremely pleasant flavour.
Italian tradition blends with the art of mixology, giving you an unforgettable experience.
