Ingredients

30ml Italian Bitter
30ml Rosso Vermouth
120ml Three Cents Fig Leaf Soda

Method

In a chilled tall glass add the Italian Bitter and Rosso Vermouth over cubed ice and carefully top up with Fig Leaf Soda. Garnish with a small fig leaf.

Origin

The Americano was first served in 1860s at Gaspare Campari’s bar in Milan. It was originally named “Milano – Torino” of the origins of its two primary ingredients. The cocktail was later renamed because of its popularity among American tourists around the turn of the 20^th century.

Tips

Make sure you use Fig Leaf Soda from the fridge to maximize the effect of the carbonation in your drink and make it a real thirst quencher.
Fig Leaf Soda loves dry spirits so feel free to add some gin to this recipe and highlight it even more.