Pre-Dinner Cocktail Recipes – Aperitifs: Negroni, Martini, Spritz & Bitter Classics
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Pre-Dinner Drinks: Bright, Appetite-Whetting Aperitifs 🍸✨
Set the tone for the evening with pre-dinner drinks that are dry, crisp, and gently <bitter-sweet. think="">aperitif cocktails built with citrus, aromatics, and bubbles—light low-ABV sips that wake the palate without stealing the show. </bitter-sweet.>
Aim for balance (try a simple 1:1:2 of bitter : citrus : soda), pour over plenty of ice, and finish with a fresh garnish like orange zest, olive, or herbs. Pair your aperitifs with quick bites from Vesper or fresh plates from Salads, and explore more ideas on Cocktails.
In Pre-dinner Cocktails mood? How about…
Vesper Martini
Mix up the vibrant Vespa cocktail, a refreshing drink with a bold kick.
Dirty Martini
Savor the bold flavors of a perfectly mixed Dirty Martini with olive brine.
Classic Martini as Apero
Start your evening with an elegant Classic Martini, the ideal aperitif.
Vodkatini
Enjoy the refined taste of Vodkatini, a classic twist on a Martini.
Negroni
Combine gin, vermouth, and Campari for the ultimate Negroni experience.
Manhattan
Mix a sophisticated Manhattan with whiskey, vermouth, and a dash of bitters perfect before dinner.
Campari Cocktail
Discover rich and bittersweet Campari cocktails for the adventurous palate.
Gin & Tonic
Craft the ultimate Gin & Tonic with premium ingredients and fresh garnishes.
Aperol Spritz
Enjoy the fizzy and citrusy goodness of Aperol Spritz, a summer favorite.
Kir
Blend crème de cassis and white wine for a delightful aperitif.