Bitter Dreams
A bitter, refreshing and bubbly wine & sparkling cocktail ∙ Build ∙ 2 min ∙ 10.3% ABV ∙
Bitter Dreams is a low-proof spritz of amaro, amaretto, chocolate cordial and dry sparkling wine, poured over ice in a wine glass.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Pour all ingredients into the ice-filled glass: Amaro 30 mlAmaretto liqueur 10 mlChocolate cordial 45 mlDry sparkling wine 50 ml
- Briefly stir
- Express a lemon twist over the cocktail and use as garnish
Tips
- Chill the amaro, amaretto, and chocolate cordial ahead of time. Poured cold, they won't melt the ice before the sparkling wine goes in.
History
Bitter Dreams belongs to the modern spritz family, a category rooted in the Italian aperitivo tradition and defined by sparkling wine, lighter strength, and an easy pre-dinner format.
FAQ
What is in a Bitter Dreams cocktail?
30 ml amaro, 10 ml amaretto, 45 ml chocolate cordial and 50 ml dry sparkling wine. The chocolate cordial makes it taste like dessert, and the sparkling wine keeps it light, at around 10% ABV.
Is a Bitter Dreams shaken or stirred?
Neither: it is made in the glass. Pour everything over ice, sparkling wine last to keep its bubbles, and give it one brief stir.
What glass is a Bitter Dreams served in?
A wine glass, garnished with a lemon twist.
Is a Bitter Dreams vegan?
Yes, this recipe is vegan, vegetarian, and lactose-free, using no dairy or animal-derived ingredients.
