Cocktails
Cocktails
Step into the enchanting world of the Italian mixologist tradition. Each cocktail is a delightful tribute to the iconic flavours and time-honored techniques that have indelibly shaped the art of mixology for centuries. SALUTE!
SPRITZ SELECTIONS
Did you know the word “spritz” means “splash” in German? The name dates back to Austrian soldiers stationed in Italy who found the local wines a bit too strong. To lighten them up, they added a spritz—a splash of plain water—and the classic drink was born.
Classic Aperol / $13
Italy’s favourite; Aperol, Prosecco, soda water, orange
Limoncello / $13
A southern coast fixture; limoncello, Prosecco, mint sprigs, lemon
Hugo / $12
Elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, soda water, mint sprigs, cucumber slice, lemon
ITALIANO CLASSICOS
Negroni / $13
An Italian favourite born in Florence around 1919, a smooth combination of Gin, Campari, Vermouth and orange
The Original Bellini / $12
A Venetian classic dating back to the 1940s, an elegant blend of Prosecco, peach puree and finished with raspberries and fresh mint sprigs
Espresso Martini / $15
Gaining popularity in Europe during the 1980’s, the creamy mixture of vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, Kahlua, fresh espresso and topped with not one, not two, but three beans representing health, wealth and happiness. This tradition comes from Sambuca in Italy
Limoncello “Italian” Margarita / $14
A southern Italian twist on the margarita, a celebration of limoncello, tequila, lime juice, agave, salt rim, lemon and lime
Americano / $13
During the 1930s the cocktail was named in honour of the Italian boxer Primo Carnera who was active in the US and therefore named the “Americano.” Campari, sweet vermouth, soda water and orange
Italian 50’s Old Fashioned / $15
Bourbon smoothly poured over beautifully crafted ice with muddled sugar and bitters and topped with orange
Sicilian Sidecar / $14
Created at the end of World War I, Ritz Hotel in Paris claims the origins of the drink. VSOP Cognac, Cointreau, lemon juice, sugar and lemon
Italian Mule / $14
The vodka classic by way of Italy. Amaretto, lime juice, ginger beer, lime, raspberries and mint sprigs
Amalfi Lemondrop Martini / $15
A modern Italian twist on a classic cocktail. Vodka, limoncello liqueur, triple sec, lemon juice and topped off with a lemon twist
Gin and It / $14
“It” is short for Italian and centuries old, this simple cocktail consists only of gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino cherries and orange
FRESCO FEATURES
Empress Gin French 75 / $14
Empress gin, Prosecco, lemon juice, simple syrup, lemon
The Don / $13
Amaretto, vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, lime juice, lime wheel
Trip to Roma or Naples / $13
Take a trip to Roma with Empress Gin or a train ride to Naples with Titos Vodka and add dry vermouth, olives and a lemon twist
Tiramisu Martini / $16
Vodka, Kahlua, Baileys, heavy cream, topped with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, chocolate sauce and ladyfingers on top
Capri Crush / $12
Blueberry vodka, simple syrup, club soda, lime juice, blueberries, mint leaves
Sicilian Sour / $14
Brandy, fresh lemon juice, agave syrup, bitters, house red wine floater and garnished with a lemon zest
SMOOTH FINISHERS
(2 ounce pours)
Limoncello / $10
Italy’s Famous Italian Liqueur
Sambuca Liqueur / $10
An Italian liqueur from the Lazio region
Amaretto Disaronno / $10
Deeply intertwined in the Italian culture
Hennessy Cognac V.S. / $11
Bulleit Rye / $12
Glenmorangie 10 Year The Original / $12
Macallan 12-Year-Old Double Cask Single Malt / $15
SPIRIT FREE
Amalfi Spritz / $8
Orange juice, non-alcoholic bitters, tonic water, orange peel
Gondola Glide / $9
Club soda, lime juice, simple syrup, fresh kiwis, mint leaves
The Vatican / $8
Espresso, tonic water, lemon juice, lime, mint leaves
Italian Cream Soda / $9
Club soda, strawberry puree, cream, whipped cream, sprinkles
NON ALCOHOLIC
Sparkling Water / $4
Sweet or Unsweet Iced Tea / $3
Soda Selections / $3
Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Dr. Pepper
