The Americano is a cocktail that’s over 100 years old, a bitter and cool Italian drink that is the very first cocktail that was ordered in a James Bond novel (Casino Royale, 1953). It’s a simple recipe and a refreshing soda that’s great to drink outside on a warm day, and is very low-alcohol. Here’s the recipe:

Americano

• in a Collins glass filled with ice, pour:
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz of quality red vermouth
• top with club soda
• garnish with an orange wedge