Afternoon Recipes

The anti-cola. A dark, bittersweet, herbal carbonated soda made from the chinotto citrus fruit. Served strictly over ice with a slice of lemon.

A small, elegant coffee drink created in Alessandria. A shot of espresso over a dusting of cocoa powder, topped with frothed milk and more cocoa.

The Italian answer to iced coffee. Hot espresso vigorously shaken with ice and simple syrup until chilled and topped with a thick, frothy crema.

Meaning 'restricted'. An incredibly intense, highly concentrated short shot of espresso made with the same amount of coffee but half the water.

Meaning 'stained' coffee. A single shot of strong espresso marked with a small dollop of hot, foamed milk to slightly soften the acidity.