Italian cocktail recipes
Sip on something sophisticated with our collection of Italian cocktails. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic negroni, zesty limoncello number or a satisfying Aperol spritz, we’ve got you covered.
Go for a negroni sbagliato (that’s a negroni with prosecco in it!), a fresh peach bellini – or try making your own limoncello.
In need of some more cocktail inspiration? Go for a classic (we’ve got daiquiris to martinis) add a bit of heat with our spicy cocktails or even try a boozy dessert.
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Bicicletta cocktail
Perfect for aperitivo hour in the garden, a bicicletta cocktail is easy to make. The bitter bite from the Campari is delightfully refreshing.
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Summer cocktail recipes
Strawberry spritz
Our strawberry scorcher is based on a Bicicletta, an Italian spritz with Campari, white wine and soda water. A gorgeous summer cocktail.
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Rick Stein’s sbagliato
Sbagliato is a sparkling twist on a classic negroni cocktail. Swap the gin in a negroni for Prosecco to make this refreshing summer spritz.
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Bottled chocolate orange negroni
Bottle up chocolate-orange negronis to make fabulous homemade gifts. The flavours mingle and mellow in the bottle, making for one smooth sip.
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Limoncello spritz
Limoncello spritz is a zippy, lemony livener from Salvi’s in Manchester. Mix limoncello, Prosecco and soda for a seriously summery cocktail.
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Gennaro Contaldo’s limoncello
Gennaro Contaldo shares his recipe for traditional limoncello, made with the zest of Amalfi lemons. Serve cold or use in desserts.
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Negroni sbagliato (negroni spritz)
Start a meal the Italian way with this negroni sbagliato (literally translates as "mistaken" negroni), made with prosecco in place of gin.
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Whisky Aperol hot toddy
Cold nights call for warming cocktails. This whisky Aperol hot toddy with Aperol, whisky and sweet spices is an easy cocktail.
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Christmas cocktail recipes
Christmas Campari fizz
Jack Stein's Christmas Campari fizz is the perfect pre-dinner champagne cocktail. Aromatic with the Campari, it’s also a little bitter.
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Summer cocktail recipes
Negroni punch
We take a classic negroni recipe and up the quantities (and add a little spritz) to make a party-ready punch recipe for eight people.
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Summer cocktail recipes
Peach and prosecco spritz
If you're after a true summery cocktail, this seasonal spritz contains blitzed peaches, lemon juice, sugar and of course, a splash of prosecco.Â
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Aperol spritz
Get into the spirit of summer with this classic Italian recipe. Chilled prosecco and Aperol come together to create the beloved Aperol spritz.
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Classic negroni cocktail
Learn how to make the Italian classic negroni cocktail and serve alongside some delicious antipasti on a warm summer's evening.
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Fresh peach bellini
Use fresh fruit in this quick and easy-to-make summery peach bellini cocktail that's perfect for alfresco dinner parties in the garden.
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Peach and passion fruit bellini
A twist on the classic bellini, this peach and passion fruit cocktail makes an elegant alternative to champagne for Christmas or New Years Eve celebrations.
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Negroni
This punchy Italian cocktail, with its classic bitter-sweet flavours, is so easy to make for a Christmas party or New Year's Eve celebration.
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