Bitter Giuseppe
Cynar and sweet vermouth with lemon. A modern low-alcohol classic.
Stirred · Rocks glass · Medium · about 3 minutes · about 13% ABV
Ingredients
- 60 ml Cynar
- 30 ml Sweet vermouth
- 7.5 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 3 dashes Orange bitters
- Lemon twist (garnish)
Method
- Pour 60 ml Cynar into the mixing glass
- Pour 30 ml sweet vermouth into the mixing glass
- Add 7.5 ml fresh lemon juice
- Add 3 dashes of Orange bitters
- Add ice
- Stir
- Strain
- Garnish
Tip
Stir, then serve over ice.
About the Bitter Giuseppe
The aperitivo family. Italian aperitivo culture grew up in the cafés of Milan and Turin in the 1800s. Sweet vermouth was created in Turin in 1786 and Gaspare Campari opened his café in 1860. Bitter drinks like the Americano and the Negroni were made to sharpen the appetite before dinner, so they balance bitter and sweet and stay moderate in strength.
Bitter Giuseppe FAQ
What's in a Bitter Giuseppe?
60 ml cynar, 30 ml sweet vermouth, 7.5 ml fresh lemon juice, 3 dashes orange bitters, garnished with lemon twist.
How strong is a Bitter Giuseppe?
About 13% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.2 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir a Bitter Giuseppe?
Stir it. It is made only of spirits and wines, so stirring keeps it clear and silky. Shaking would make it cloudy and frothy.
What glass do you serve a Bitter Giuseppe in?
A rocks glass, about 300 ml. Serve it over ice. No rocks glass? Use any short, heavy tumbler.
