Picture this: It's 6 PM. The workday is officially over. The snacks are out, the glasses are filled, and nobody's checking their emails.
Welcome to aperitivo hour.
An Italian tradition we think deserves to be taken very seriously. The alcohol? Not so much.
What Is Aperitivo?
Aperitivo is the Italian tradition of enjoying a drink and small bites before dinner.
It's not just about what's in your glass. It's about slowing down, catching up, and enjoying the moment.
Traditionally, aperitivo drinks often have bitter, citrusy, or herbal flavours designed to complement salty snacks and stimulate the appetite.
But here's the good news: you can enjoy the entire ritual without alcohol.
What Makes a Good Alcohol-Free Aperitivo?
A great alcohol-free aperitivo should be more than just juice in a fancy glass.
Look for flavours with complexity and character:
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Bitterness: For that classic Italian aperitivo experience.
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Citrus: To keep things fresh and bright.
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Botanicals: For depth and aromatic complexity.
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Bubbles: Because a little sparkle never hurt anyone.
3 Alcohol-Free Aperitivo Drinks to Try
1. Negroni 0.0%
For the bitter cocktail lovers.
Ingredients:
- 3 cl Rebels 0.0% Rosso
- 3 cl Rebels 0.0% Botanical Dry
- 3 cl alc-free vermouth
- Ice
- Orange zest
Serve over plenty of ice with with a orange zest garnish.
2. Dolce Spritz
For the ones who believe every hour could be spritz hour.
Ingredients:
- 5 cl REBELS 0.0% Dolce Spritz
- 10 cl alcohol-free sparkling wine
- Ice
- Orange slice
Fill a wine glass with ice, add the ingredients, stir gently, and garnish with an orange slice.
3. Botanical Dry & Tonic
For those who like their aperitivo refreshing and botanical.
Ingredients:
- 5 cl REBELS 0.0% Botanical Dry
- 10 cl tonic water
- Ice
- Grapefruit slice
Combine in a glass filled with ice and garnish with grapefruit.
What Food Goes with Alcohol-Free Aperitivo?
Keep it simple. Aperitivo isn't supposed to be complicated.
Think olives, salted nuts, focaccia, bruschetta, cheeses, or crunchy vegetables with a delicious dip.
The secret is choosing snacks that complement the flavours in your drink.
Your Ritual. Your Rules.
The beauty of aperitivo isn't the alcohol. It's the ritual.
The conversations. The snacks. The moment when the workday ends and the good part begins.
So grab a glass, invite your favourite people, and make aperitivo hour your own.
Discover REBELS 0.0% ROSSO and Dolce Spritz for your next alcohol-free aperitivo.