Italicus
Liqueur · ih-TAL-ih-kus
Italicus is a light Italian rosolio made at Torino Distillati, a family distillery near Turin, and sold as an aperitivo. It is built on bergamot and citron, with chamomile, herbs and flowers in the blend.
Also called: Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto
- ABV range
- 20%
- US proof
- 40
- Calories (per oz)
- ~65
- Shelf life (opened)
- About 1 year
Popular drinks with Italicus
41 recipes with Italicus.
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Two ingredient drinks with Italicus
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Substitutes for Italicus
| Substitute | Ratio | Note | Zero-proof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elderflower liqueur | 1:1 | Sweet, floral and the same strength, with no bergamot. Add a strip of lemon peel to bring back the citrus. | |
| Lillet Blanc | 1:1 | Wine-based and floral, with citrus, so the drink stays light. It has less bergamot and no herbal bite. | |
| Aperol | 1:1 | Works in a spritz. It is bitter orange and rhubarb, more bitter and less floral, so use a little more prosecco. | |
| Grapefruit syrup | 1:1 | Zero-proof, sweet and citrus-led. It has no floral or herbal notes, so add a little lemon juice or soda. |
Frequently asked questions about Italicus
The classic serve is the Italicus spritz, with prosecco over ice and green olives. Its bergamot and floral notes make the drink lighter and less bitter than a classic bitter-orange spritz.
The classic serve: 1 part Italicus and 2 parts prosecco, built over ice in a wine glass, with three green olives.
