Americano
Build into glass with ice. Stir gently
Alcohol
Mixers
Measurement Guide
All measurements are shown in shots by default for easy bartending at home. Use these conversions at your bar.
Fun Facts
Origin
The Americano was first served in Gaspare Campari's bar in the 1860s in Italy. It was originally known as the "Milano-Torino" because of its ingredients' origins: Campari from Milan and Vermouth from Turin
Popularity
It gained popularity among American tourists during Prohibition, leading to its current name, "The Americano". Its easy drinking style made it a hit with those unaccustomed to the stronger Italian spirits
Culture & History
The Americano holds the distinction of being the first drink ordered by James Bond in Ian Fleming's first Bond novel, "Casino Royale." Its inclusion in pop culture has solidified its status as a timeless, elegant cocktail
