AmericanovsBicicletta
Which one fits your taste?
Americano
The low-proof forerunner to the Negroni: Campari and sweet vermouth lengthened with soda water.
Bicicletta
A low-proof Italian spritz combining crisp white wine with bitter Campari and soda.
Americano
Bicicletta
Base
wine
wine
Glassware
Highball glass
Wine glass
Flavor Notes
bitter, refreshing
bitter, refreshing
Strong?
Which should you pick?
The Americano and Bicicletta share a very similar flavor profile — both are bitter and complex and light and refreshing. The deciding factor here is the base spirit (wine vs. wine) and how each is served, so go with whichever spirit appeals to you more.