Fennel Sparkle Aperitif

This Fennel Sparkle Aperitif is a refreshing and bracing cocktail, combining the pleasant bitterness of Campari with the herbaceous notes of fennel. Blended with dry sparkling wine and a hint of lemon, this drink is the perfect pre-dinner aperitif to awaken the palate.

Fennel Sparkle Aperitif

A refreshing and bracing aperitif cocktail with Campari, fennel, and sparkling wine.

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Ingredients

  • Handful of fennel fronds
  • 3 lemon wheels
  • 2 oz dry sparkling wine
  • 3/4 oz Campari
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • One 2-inch-long strip of lemon peel
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fennel fronds with the lemon wheels, sparkling wine, Campari, and simple syrup.
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake well.
  3. Strain the mixture into an ice-filled rocks glass.
  4. Squeeze the lemon peel over the drink and add it to the glass.
  5. Garnish with the fennel sprig and serve.