Bicicletta
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Campari — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Dry white wine — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Soda water, splash — 30 ml (1 oz)
Method
- Fill a wine glass with ice.
- Add the Campari and white wine.
- Top with a splash of soda water.
- Twist a lemon peel over the top.
Description: A simple, low-alcohol Italian aperitif pairing Campari with dry white wine instead of prosecco, named for the bicycle.
Cultural Background: A northern Italian aperitivo tradition, reportedly named for the bicycles elderly Italian men would ride home after a leisurely drink or two.
Tips: A crisp, dry white wine (not an oaky, heavy one) keeps this drink light and refreshing.
Variations: A splash more soda water lightens the drink further for extended sipping.
Serving Suggestion: Serve over ice as a light, easygoing pre-dinner drink.
Nutrition: Approx. 110 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Why is it named after a bicycle?
A: Folk tradition holds the name references the wobbly bicycle ride home after enjoying a few of these light aperitivo drinks.
- Campari — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Dry white wine — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Soda water, splash — 30 ml (1 oz)
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