Brace yourself for winter with our easy Milano Torino recipe! This cocktail is sure to warm you up, made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and a hint of fresh orange.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 185
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Campari
- 1½ oz Sweet Vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Orange twist or slice - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Fill your Old Fashioned glass with ice cubes. Give it a quick stir.
- Pour 1½ oz Campari over the ice.
- Measure and pour 1½ oz Sweet Vermouth into the glass.
- Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish with an orange slice or zest and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Campari: You can use any bitter aperitivo of your liking to make this cocktail (like Select Aperitivo or Bitter Nardini to name just a few). If you’d like a less bitter alternative, Aperol is a good substitute. It's lighter but still brings that orange essence.
- Sweet Vermouth: Any kind of red vermouth can be used in this cocktail. For an extra touch of bitterness, vermouths such as Punt e Mes or Cocchi Dopo Teatro are also great in this cocktail. Feel free to experiment!
Making a Pitcher of Milano Torino:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Campari and 12 oz of sweet vermouth.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Campari and sweet vermouth. Stir well. For a better result, you can refrigerate the mix for a few hours before serving (optional).
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses, garnish each glass with an orange twist or slice and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Campari Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic aperitif or for bitter soft drinks such as Crodino (prefer the red one) or San Bitter. To give it an additional twist, you can also make a simple syrup infused with orange and grapefruit peels; a drop of this syrup will give your drink an extra touch of both fruitiness and bitterness.
- Sweet Vermouth Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic sweet vermouth. These are usually widely available in liquor stores.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The classic Milano Torino recipe is already vegan! Just make sure to use vegan-friendly sweet vermouth; some brands may produce animal products in their production process, so always check the label and/or brand website for clarification.What is a Milano Torino?
A Milano Torino is a classic Italian cocktail made of equal parts Campari and sweet vermouth. Despite its sophisticated taste, it’s not difficult to make – you simply have to mix the two ingredients and garnish with an orange twist. The beauty of this cocktail lies in its simplicity and balance between the bitter Campari, representing Milan (Milano), and the sweet vermouth, symbolizing Turin (Torino). It’s a delightful drink that perfectly showcases the art of Italian aperitivo.
What is a Milano Torino made of – The ingredients
Before crafting your Milano Torino, assemble these ingredients:
- Campari: This bitter liqueur gives the Milano Torino its distinctive taste and adds a rich, complex flavor to the cocktail.
- Sweet Vermouth: This ingredient balances out the bitterness of the Campari with its sweet and aromatic profile. It’s a fortified wine that adds depth to the drink.
- Orange Twist or Slice: Used as a garnish, it enhances the cocktail’s aroma and adds a subtle citrus note to complement the bitter and sweet components.
