Ingredients
- 30 ml Campari
- 30 ml Sweet vermouth e.g. Carpano Antica, Cocchi di Torino
- 90 ml Soda water
- Garnish Orange slice
Preparation
- Build Campari and vermouth over ice in a highball glass.
- Top with soda water.
- Stir gently.
Origin Story
The Americano cocktail originated in Italy in the early 20th century, originally known as the 'Milano-Torino' due to its ingredients. It became popular among American tourists, leading to its current name.
Similar cocktails
Seen in
- Dr. No 1962
In Ian Fleming's first Bond novel, 007 drinks an Americano, not a martini.