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Cardinale cocktail

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Cardinale

A sophisticated Italian aperitif with gin, bitter liqueur, and dry vermouth.

Base
Gin
Difficulty
Medium
Strength
Medium
Origin
Italy

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add Gin, Red Bitter Liqueur, and Dry Vermouth to a Rocks Glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir gently.
  3. Garnish with an Orange Slice.

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About the Cardinale

The Cardinale is a classic Italian cocktail that showcases the balance of bitter and herbal flavors. It is believed to have originated in Rome during the 1950s, created for a Vatican cardinal, hence its name.

This elegant drink combines the crispness of gin, the bitterness of red bitter liqueur, and the dryness of vermouth, making it a delightful choice for aperitif enthusiasts.

Similar drinks

How this compares

  • Boulevardier

    Both are spirit-forward cocktails with bitter liqueurs, but the Boulevardier uses bourbon, while the Cardinale uses gin.

  • Negroni

    Both use gin and red bitter liqueur, but the Negroni has equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, while the Cardinale uses dry vermouth.

  • Manhattan

    Both are spirit-forward, but the Manhattan uses whiskey and sweet vermouth, while the Cardinale uses gin and dry vermouth.

  • Gin & It

    Both feature gin and vermouth, but the Gin and It uses sweet vermouth, while the Cardinale uses dry vermouth and bitter liqueur.

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