Non-Alcoholic Aperitivo

An aperitivo is a bittersweet Italian-style drink served before a meal. These are alcohol-free versions with the same bitter orange and herbal character, without the alcohol.

The classic way is a spritz: pour it over ice, top with soda water or a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, and add an orange slice. Some of these are ready to drink, so check the label.

It fills the same role. An aperitivo like the ones here gives you the bright, bittersweet taste that a spritz is known for, with no alcohol.

Smiling Wolf Aperitivo and Undone Not Italian Apero are two straightforward picks. Sober Spirits Spritz is the one to choose if you want a spritz style drink.

Salty snacks work best, like olives, chips, nuts or cheese. They balance the bittersweet taste.