Ingredients
- 1 ozSoda WaterChilled soda water
- 2 ozCynarItalian artichoke bitterSubstitute: No true substitution
- 3 ozProseccoItalian sparkling wineSubstitute: Cava acceptable
Instructions
- Add 2 oz Cynar to wine glass filled with ice
- Add 3 oz Prosecco
- Top with 1 oz soda water
- Stir gently to combine
- Garnish with orange slice
Technique Notes
Cynar is thicker and heavier than Aperol, so it sinks. Stir from the bottom or the first half of the drink tastes of prosecco and the last half of artichoke.
Why the Cynar Spritz Works
A simple aperitivo showcase for Cynar, the Italian artichoke-based bitter liqueur. The spritz format tempers Cynar's earthy bitterness with effervescence, making it an approachable introduction to this distinctive ingredient.