Savoring the Essence of Italy: Discover Italicus and the Art of Aperitivo

Reviving Tradition: Two Exquisite Italicus Cocktail Recipes to Elevate Your Aperitivo Experience

Created by the authority on Italian spirits, Giuseppe Gallo, to bring back the forgotten Rosolio category, Italicus offers keynotes of Calabrian bergamot and is made using the finest Italian ingredients to create a sip of Italy. The striking bottle design embodies the history and heritage of Italy’s distinctive regions, whilst telling the story of Rosolio’s time-honored traditional drinking occasion of Aperitivo.

Italicus is one of the world’s most awarded aperitivo globally and makes the perfect gift for any aperitivo lover.

Italicus Margarita

Ingredients

1 part Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto
1 part Tequila Blanco
½ part lime juice
1 bar spoon agave nectar

Instruction

Shake and serve straight up in a coupette. Garnish with lime zest or green olives.

Rosolio is a traditional Italian liqueur that was once the centerpiece of Italy’s aperitivo culture, particularly revered in the 18th and 19th centuries. Originating as a homemade concoction enjoyed by royalty and common folk alike, Rosolio is known for its delicate and floral characteristics, with recipes varying significantly from region to region. This heritage spirit traditionally features a base of rose petals, though modern interpretations, like Italicus, innovate by incorporating keynotes of Calabrian bergamot and other fine Italian ingredients, offering a contemporary twist on the classic.

Aperitivo, Italy’s beloved pre-meal ritual, is an integral part of the country’s gastronomic culture, designed to stimulate the appetite and gather friends and family before dinner. It revolves around light and refreshing beverages, such as Italicus, served with small bites to whet the appetite. Embodying the history and heritage of Italy’s distinctive regions, Italicus not only revives the forgotten category of Rosolio but also celebrates the art of Aperitivo, making it a perfect gift for enthusiasts eager to explore the depth of Italian spirits and the convivial tradition of gathering over beautifully crafted cocktails.

Let’s ‘Spritz’

A modern twist on Italy’s iconic aperitivo tradition, this sophisticated cocktail blends the unique flavors of Italicus, with its keynotes of Calabrian bergamot and select Italian botanicals, with sparkling wine and a splash of soda water for a light, effervescent experience.

Served over ice and garnished with a slice of bergamot or an olive, the Italicus Spritz is a testament to the art of Italian craftsmanship in a glass, offering a sip of Italy’s rich cultural heritage and the vibrant spirit of its aperitivo culture.

Italicus Spritz

1 part Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto
2 parts Prosecco
3 green olives to garnish

Build in a wine glass over ice

Simply combine one part Italicus with two parts Prosecco or Champagne over ice. Add garnish with three green olives to balance the floral aromas with a touch of saltiness.