Bicicletta Cocktail Recipe

I’ve been messing around in my kitchen and came up with this Bicicletta Cocktail that’s made with 1 oz each of gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, a splash of fresh lemon juice and a bit of simple syrup, all shaken up with tons of ice and finished off by twisting an orange peel over it, and honestly it’s a super refreshing drink that feels perfect after a long day even if its vibe is a bit unexpected.

I think my Bicicletta Cocktail is a balanced mix that brings together the bold kick of gin and Campari with the depth of sweet vermouth. The fresh lemon juice and simple syrup add a tangy sweetness while an orange peel garnish offers a subtle aromatic finish.

Ingredients

• Gin: A botanical spirit that doesnt offer nutrients but adds a fresh, aromatic punch.
• Campari: Bitter and herbal, it lacks protein and fibre but brings a unique, bold taste.
• Sweet Vermouth: This fortified wine is sugary, not health food, yet it gives a pleasant sweetness.
• Fresh Lemon Juice: Sour and zesty, it adds vitamin C though its fibre is really low.
• Simple Syrup: Pure sugar that sweetens the drink nicely with zero health benefits.
• Orange Peel: Adds a citrus aroma but no real carbs or nutrients, just flavor.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 oz gin
• 1 oz Campari
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 oz simple syrup
• Orange peel for garnish

How to Make this

1. Fill up a cocktail shaker with lots of ice.

2. Pour in 1 oz of gin, 1 oz of Campari, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 oz of simple syrup.

3. Shake it up for about 15 seconds until the mixture gets nice and cold.

4. Get your chilled cocktail glass ready by either pre-chilling it or filling it with ice water for a minute then dumping it out.

5. Strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass carefully so none of the ice gets in.

6. Twist an orange peel over the drink to release its oils, then run it around the rim.

7. Drop the orange peel in as a garnish and enjoy your Bicicletta Cocktail!

Equipment Needed

1. A cocktail shaker filled with ice
2. A measuring jigger to measure the liquids
3. A strainer to keep the ice out when pouring
4. A cocktail glass that’s been chilled prior to use
5. An ice bucket for chilling your cocktail glass (or just ice water and a bowl)
6. A peeler or small knife to get the orange peel for garnish

FAQ

• Q: What exactly is the Bicicletta Cocktail?
  A: It’s an easy to make cocktail that mixes gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, lemon juice and a bit of simple syrup, topped off with orange peel for a nice twist.
• Q: How do i prepare it?
  A: You just shake all the ingredients with ice and then strain it into a chilled glass. It’s super simple, even if you’re not a pro.
• Q: Can i double the recipe for a party?
  A: Yeah, just multiply every ingredient by the number of servings you need. It works pretty much the same as any cocktail.
• Q: What type of gin works best?
  A: A London dry gin is usually my go-to, but you can use something else if you wanna try a different twist on the flavor.
• Q: Can i swap out any of the ingredients if i don’t have them handy?
  A: Sure, you can experiment a bit. But keep in mind that changing things might alter the balance of flavors that makes this cocktail so unique.

Bicicletta Cocktail Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have gin, you can use vodka instead, even though its a bit more neutral in flavor.
• For Campari, you can try using Aperol since it’s a little sweeter and less bitter, but you might want to tweak the syrup a bit.
• If you cant get hold of sweet vermouth, red vermouth or even Lillet Rouge can work to give you that similar herbal kick.
• Instead of fresh lemon juice, a squeeze of lime juice might do the trick if you’re in a pinch.
• When you’re short on simple syrup, you can make your own by mixing equal parts honey and warm water.

Pro Tips

Pro Tip 1: Make sure your cocktail glass is really cold. I mean, it really improves the taste when you serve it in a pre-chilled glass. Just fill it with ice and water for a minute, then dump it out before pouring your drink in.

Pro Tip 2: Fill your shaker with loads of ice. Don’t skimp on it because the more ice you use, the better chilled your drink will be when you shake it all together.

Pro Tip 3: Count the seconds when you shake the drink. About 15 seconds is enough, so you get everything well mixed and really cold but you don’t overdo it and water it down.

Pro Tip 4: When you twist the orange peel, really squeeze it to get the oils out. Rubbing it along the rim of the glass makes a big difference in the flavor of your cocktail.

Okay so here is a rewritten version of the recipe instructions like a typical 10th grader might write it:

First, grab your cocktail shaker and fill it up with a lot of ice. Then pour in 1 oz of gin, 1 oz of Campari, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 oz of simple syrup. Shake it all for about 15 seconds until it gets really cold. While you’re doing that, get your cocktail glass ready by either chilling it ahead of time or filling it with ice water for a minute then dumping the water out. Once that’s done, strain the mixture into your glass, making sure not to let any ice slip in. Finally, twist an orange peel over the drink to get the oils out, run that peel around the rim of the glass, and then drop it in as a garnish. Enjoy your Bicicletta Cocktail!