French Martini

Aperitivo is the Italian term for a drink intended to stimulate the appetite before a meal. Derived from the latin word aperire which means "to open", these drinks can be light, dry or bittersweet.

A Dirty Martini is a savory variation of the classic Martini cocktail. It is made by adding the juice from a jar of olives (brine) to a standard mix of dry vermouth and gin or vodka.

A New York Sour is a 19th century cocktail created by mixing a red wine like Malbec or Shiraz with bourbon or rye whiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and the optional egg white (for foam).

A Kir is a common French cocktail made with 9 parts of white wine and 1 part blackcurrant liqueur (crème de cassis).

The Bellini is an elegant, sparkling wine cocktail created in Venice, which combines Prosecco with white peach purée. It has a light pink hue, displaying fresh fruit notes and a crisp flavor, averaging around 7% ABV.

An apéritif is a style of alcoholic beverage that is light, dry and meant to be drunk before a meal. They contain bitter, herbal or citrusy compounds to activate the taste buds and common choices include fortified wines, liqueur and brut champagne.

Sangria is a wine punch or aromatized wine, typically made from red wine, chopped fruit, sweeteners and sometimes brandy or sparkling water. It is typically fruity, sweet and aromatic, with low alcohol by volume, usually between 4.5% and 12% ABV.

The Martini is a classic cocktail made with gin (or vodka) and vermouth, garnished with an olive, a lemon twist or both.