Italian Amaro Citrus Stir
A bittersweet amaro cocktail stirred with fresh orange and a hint of rosemary, delivering a sophisticated Italian flavor profile. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together amaro, fresh orange juice, sweet vermouth for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz amaro
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 rosemary sprig
- 1 wide strip orange peel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass filled with large ice cubes, pour 2 oz amaro, 1 oz fresh orange juice, and 1/2 oz sweet vermouth.
- Step 2: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled old fashioned glass over a single large clear ice cube.
- Step 4: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface, twisting it to release essential oils, then rub the rim with the peel before resting it on the glass.
- Step 5: Garnish by lightly slapping the rosemary sprig between your hands to release aroma and place it upright in the glass.
