Wine and drinks
Aperitivo: Aperol Spritz, Negroni and the Italian early-evening ritual
In short: the aperitivo is the moment before dinner when Italians have a drink together, preferably something bitter to whet the appetite, with a bite to eat. It is not a rushed drink but a ritual.
The classics
- Aperol Spritz: Prosecco, Aperol and a splash of soda water, with a slice of orange. The spritz comes from Veneto; Aperol was created in 1919 in Padua.
- Negroni: equal parts gin, Campari and red vermouth. According to legend first mixed in Florence for Count Camillo Negroni, who wanted his Americano stronger.
- Limoncello Spritz: the fresh, summery version with limoncello, Prosecco and soda water.
- Campari and Martini: neat or with soda, the base of many Italian aperitifs.
- Crodino: the best-known non-alcoholic Italian aperitif, bitter and herbal.
Aperitivo at Benoti
Our drinks menu has Aperol Spritz, Limoncello Spritz, Negroni, Campari, Martini (Bianco, Rosso, Fiero), Prosecco and the non-alcoholic Crodino. Add a tagliere to share and your aperitivo is complete.
Frequently asked questions
When do Italians have an aperitivo?
Traditionally in the early evening, before dinner. The aim is to whet the appetite, not to satisfy it.
Do you have a non-alcoholic aperitivo?
Yes, Crodino is a non-alcoholic Italian aperitif. There is also an alcohol-free gin on the menu.