Giulio Cocchi
Aperitivo Americano
Italy
This Moscato-based wine is abetted by a blend of herbs, fruit and spices developed in 1891. It is said to be a staple in Asti. The wine is laid down for a year before its release. Since its widespread release in 2010, it has become a favorite ingredient in cocktails made by craft bartenders, owing to the quinine content. The alcohol hits 16.5% abv.
It has the color of apple juice and a nose that really shows off the botanicals used in making it. It carries a nearly overpowering aroma that is half floral, half medicinal. There is a strong earthiness to it as well. The palate won't go unnoticed either, that's for sure. It is a bit shrill on its own. I found some tonic water in the fridge and mixed it - or cut it - and it did tone it down some, although I actually doubled down on the quinine. I feel good that I have probably staved off a malaria outbreak in the household.
I generally like mixer alcohols - like vermouth - on their own, but Americano Bianco won't be on my shopping list unless I suddenly become a craft bartender. And that's not likely.
This Moscato-based wine is abetted by a blend of herbs, fruit and spices developed in 1891. It is said to be a staple in Asti. The wine is laid down for a year before its release. Since its widespread release in 2010, it has become a favorite ingredient in cocktails made by craft bartenders, owing to the quinine content. The alcohol hits 16.5% abv.
It has the color of apple juice and a nose that really shows off the botanicals used in making it. It carries a nearly overpowering aroma that is half floral, half medicinal. There is a strong earthiness to it as well. The palate won't go unnoticed either, that's for sure. It is a bit shrill on its own. I found some tonic water in the fridge and mixed it - or cut it - and it did tone it down some, although I actually doubled down on the quinine. I feel good that I have probably staved off a malaria outbreak in the household.
I generally like mixer alcohols - like vermouth - on their own, but Americano Bianco won't be on my shopping list unless I suddenly become a craft bartender. And that's not likely.
Perfect aperitif. Dangerously good
Perfect aperitif. Dangerously good
Jun 20th, 2016
Yea kinda awesome. Just on the rocks.
Yea kinda awesome. Just on the rocks.
Jan 7th, 2016
Follow to learn about our favorite wines & people.
SommCon D.C. 2019: Aromatized Wine - Tuesday, June 25
SommCon D.C. 2019: Aromatized Wine - Tuesday, June 25
Jun 19th, 2019
Loved this. Tasted at Blackbird with a fluke and smoked scallop starter. Reminded me of Martini Bianco.
Loved this. Tasted at Blackbird with a fluke and smoked scallop starter. Reminded me of Martini Bianco.
Aug 7th, 2016
use this instead of Lillet in a Vesper. Have been told it is closer to the original more bitter notes of Lillet in the Fifties when Ian Fleming created the cocktail. Incredible addition to a classic cocktail.
use this instead of Lillet in a Vesper. Have been told it is closer to the original more bitter notes of Lillet in the Fifties when Ian Fleming created the cocktail. Incredible addition to a classic cocktail.
Feb 14th, 2016
