Enzo
A bitter, herbal and bubbly cocktail ∙ Build ∙ 2 min ∙ 9.5% ABV ∙
The Enzo is a long, Americano-style drink of Fernet Branca, a red bitter such as Campari and sweet vermouth, topped with soda water over ice.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Pour all ingredients into the chilled glass: Fernet Branca liqueur 20 mlRed bitter 20 mlCarpano Antica Formula vermouth 45 mlSoda water 90 ml
- Fill the glass with ice
- Garnish with an orange wheel
Tips
- Pour the liquids into the chilled glass, then add the ice last so the chilled soda keeps its fizz.
History
The Enzo is a contemporary riff on the Americano, the Italian bittersweet highball of vermouth, red bitter liqueur, and soda that first took shape in 19th-century Italy. In this variation, the Campari component is replaced with a Ferrari, a bartenders' shot made of equal parts Fernet-Branca and Campari whose own inventor is not established. The drink takes its name from Enzo Ferrari, the Italian racing driver and founder of the Ferrari automobile marque. The Enzo itself was devised by bartender Charlie Wacholz, who described it in Punch as an Americano riff.
FAQ
What is in an Enzo?
Fernet Branca 20 ml, a red bitter such as Campari 20 ml, Carpano Antica Formula sweet vermouth 45 ml, and 90 ml of chilled soda water.
Is an Enzo shaken or stirred?
Neither. You pour everything straight into the chilled glass and add the ice last, which keeps the chilled soda fizzy; shaking would knock out the carbonation.
What glass is an Enzo served in?
A Collins glass, filled with ice and garnished with an orange wheel.
