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The word Apéritif is French and its Italian partner is aperitivo. They stem from the Latin "apierire," meaning "to open, or reveal." These brief, frequently fragrant, drinks are outlined to stimulate the craving and plan the sense of taste and stomach for nourishment and the taste sensations that come with it. Apéritif is usually low in alcohol where it is made to fuel your hunger without dulling the plate. Also, Apéritif can be served in different ways such as making it into a cocktail for all to enjoy.

FAQs

  1. What are the main ingredients for Apéritif?
    There is a long list of ingredients which varies based on the types of Apéritif. For bitter Apéritif such as Apérol, Cynar, and Campari are also aperitifs, the ingredients includes artichoke leaves, gentian, angelica, and other herbs and spices.

  1. How to serve an Apéritif?
    Apéritif are best served chilled. It is usually served with light snacks such as olive, nuts, cheese and quiche. Apéritif serves an important social role where it has to bring more social interaction.

  1. What are the types of Apéritif?

    Amer Picon: Bittersweet French Apéritif has an unique flavour which is dominated with orange and a dry finish.

    Anise Spirits: It is much sweeter which is enjoyed by many.

    Aperol: It is an Italian aperitivo, with an orange flavour that matches its appearance, through herbs and roots that give it a bitter twist. It is usually enjoyed as an Aperol spirit.

    Campari: The most famous Apéritif that has a distinct bitter profile. It is used in many cocktails like Negroni.

    Cynar: An artichoke base, that is not the dominant flavor of this bitter herbal liqueur. Mixed with orange juice and topped with soda or tonic water.

    Dry Wine: Any still or sparkling dry wine makes an excellent apéritif.

    Dubonnet: Available as Rouge (more popular) or Blanc. Dubonnet is a wine flavored with 'herbs, spices, and peels.' It includes quinine, which gives it a drier profile than vermouth.

    Gin: The botanicals found in gin make it the ideal hard liquor for apéritif cocktails.

    Lillet: This apéritif brand produces Blanc, Rosé, and Rouge. It's also similar to vermouth, though the proprietary recipes give them a distinct taste.

    Pimm's: A liqueurs that can serve as an apéritif or digestif, Pimm's is sweet with an herbal-spice flavor accented by caramelized orange.

    Sherry: Light-bodied sherries are dry and fresh, making them excellent apéritifs.

    Vermouth: Dry vermouth is most associated with apéritifs, though sweet vermouth can work before or after dinner. Enjoy them in cocktails, or chilled or on the rocks with a dash of bitters.

 

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