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Cocktail Guide: Americano
© Lucas Allen

Americano

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This drink was a favorite of American expats during Prohibition. Prior to then it was known as the Milano-Torino, for the cities where its two main ingredients were first made: Milan (Campari) and Turin (sweet vermouth).

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  1. Ice
  2. 1 1/2 ounces Campari
  3. 1 1/2 ounces sweet vermouth
  4. 3 ounces chilled club soda
  5. 1 orange wheel and 1 lemon twist, for garnish
  1. Fill a chilled rocks glass with ice. Add the Campari, sweet vermouth and club soda and stir well. Garnish with the orange wheel and lemon twist.