Fun Summer Italian Cocktail :: The Beer Americano

Something you may not know about me...I love beer, so when I discovered this Italian summer cocktail, you can imagine I was quite thrilled. Beer combined with 2 of my favorite Italian spirits = mind blown. I think you will love adding this to your summer cocktail arsenal. Try it; you'll like it. Of course it pairs perfectly with the salty goodness of potato chips. Look for this and other amazing summer cocktails in my new book Cocktail Italiano!

Beer AmericanoServes 1

This is a cocktail that has become very popular all along the Riviera. Substituting beer for the soda makes this a very refreshing summer choice. It was created in Milan for the opening of the Trussardi Flagship Store by resident bartender Tommaso Cecca. Perfect for a sweltering summer evening. I love it.

You will need:- 1 ½ ounces Campari- 1 ½ ounces sweet vermouth- 3 ounces lager beer- lemon zest, for garnishTo prepare:Combine Campari, vermouth and ices cubes in a tall tumbler, stir to combine. Pour the beer into another glass, stir to create a stiff foam, reserve the foam with a spoon top the cocktiail with the beer foam, about 3 ounces.**Note: For a lighter Americano feel free to pour 2 ounces of the beer in to the cocktail as well. However, this should be done before you top the cocktail with the foam.xx Annette