Cocchi Aperitivo Americano Bianco
Cocchi Americano Bianco is a fortified, aromatized wine produced in Asti, Piedmont, with origins dating back to 1891. It bridges the stylistic space between vermouth and quinquina, offering a balance of sweetness, bitterness, and floral aromatics. Its formulation emphasizes freshness and citrus lift, distinguishing it from the darker, richer Cocchi Americano Rosso.
Base wine: Moscato d’Asti DOCG, known for its aromatic intensity.
Botanicals: Gentian root, cinchona bark (quinine source), citrus peels, Alpine herbs, chamomile, wormwood.
Profile: Bitter yet floral, with honeyed and herbal notes; residual sugar around 92 g/L and ABV around 17.5%
- Floral (elderflower, chamomile)
- Citrus-forward (orange, lemon)
- Bitter backbone from quinine and gentian
- Lightly sweet, with a refreshing, lifted finish
Classic serve: Chilled, over ice, with a splash of soda and an orange peel.
- Spritz: With dry sparkling wine (Alta Langa DOCG for a Royale).
- Summer serve: Over crushed ice for a refreshing low-ABV drink.
- Cocktails: Essential in the White Negroni, Corpse Reviver #2, Vesper Martini, and Bamboo variations.
