CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1920–1933
Bicicletta
Campari, white wine and soda: a light, bitter spritz.
1930sHistorical classicResearched
The Bicicletta is a northern Italian aperitivo of Campari, white wine and soda. Its name is said to come from the wobbling cyclists who had drunk one too many on the way home. It is lighter than the Americano and one of the earliest sparkling aperitifs.
- Americano
- Spritz
- Negroni Sbagliato
THE RECIPEBitter, light and sparkling
Ingredients
- Campari30 ml
- Dry white wine60 ml
- Soda waterto top
- Lemon peelto garnish
Method
Build the Campari and wine in a rocks glass over ice, top with soda and garnish with lemon peel.
Rocks glass · ice · soda · lemon peel