Cocktail
Bitter Giuseppe
How to make a Bitter Giuseppe - the intense aperitivo of Cynar, sweet vermouth, orange bitters and lemon. Bitter, dry and perfect before a meal.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)
The Bitter Giuseppe is essentially a Manhattan built on Cynar instead of whiskey, making it one of the most bitter aperitivos around. Sweet vermouth and plenty of orange bitters frame the artichoke-forward Cynar into a dry, savory drink before the meal.
Instructions
- Fill a tumbler with ice cubes.
- Add Cynar, sweet vermouth, orange bitters and lemon juice.
- Stir cold with the bar spoon for about 20 seconds.
- Express a lemon zest over the glass.
- Drop the zest into the glass and serve.
Garnish: Lemon zest
Pro tip: Do not skimp on the orange bitters - the generous dose defines the character of this bitter aperitivo.
Frequently asked questions
Who invented the Bitter Giuseppe?
The drink comes from Stephen Cole of the Chicago bar The Violet Hour.
What is Cynar?
Cynar is an Italian bitter liqueur based on artichokes: bittersweet with herbal notes.
Is the Bitter Giuseppe very bitter?
Yes, thanks to the large amount of Cynar and the orange bitters, it is an exceptionally dry aperitivo.
Ingredients
- Cynar (artichoke liqueur)6 cl
- Sweet vermouth (Vermouth Rosso)2 cl
- Orange Bitters6 dashes
- Lemon juice1 bar spoon
- Lemon zest1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
