Try Our Summer Averna!

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This cool and refreshing cocktail is a sure winner on a hot summer night. Fresh, fruity and herbaceous.

We were revisiting our cocktail menu at Maldonado Bistro and after some research discovered this lovely combination of the classic Averna amaro with the freshness of the summer watermelon.

Averna is a Sicilian product which today is owned by the Campari Group. The liqueur, or better ‘amaro‘, was invented in 1868 by Salvatore Averna. Salvatore surely was a saviour as the digestive drink has become a staple in restaurants all over Malta and Gozo. A favourite amongst diners to enjoy at the end of a meal.

The following cocktail recipe is a fantastic summertime tipple. It is fresh, fruity and herbaceous. You will think differently on how to enjoy a shot of Averna after this one.

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Summer Averna

A fantastic summertime tipple. It is fresh, fruity and herbaceous. You will think differently on how to enjoy a shot of Averna after this one.
Servings 1 person
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Liquidiser
  • Sieve
  • Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

  • 250 grams Watermelon (approximately)
  • Ice Cubes
  • 50 ml Amaro Averna
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • Fresh Mint
  • Tonic Water

Instructions

  • First remove the rind of the watermelon and liquidise the pulp. Then pass through a sieve to capture the seeds and discard.
  • Load the cocktail shaker with ice cubes and add the Averna, lemon juice, 100ml of watermelon puree and mint. Shake rigorously for two to three minutes.
  • Add ice to a tumbler glass and pour the liquids from the cocktail shaker.
  • Top the glass with a splash of fizzy tonic water.
  • Decorate with a sprig of mint. An orange peel twist could be a nice touch too.
    Summer Averna

Notes

You can prepare the watermelon puree in advance. It can be quite handy in the fridge in the summer as it is a versatile fruit to compliment with other spirits like vodka, gin and even sparkling wine.
Course: Cocktails
Keyword: Averna, Cocktails, Drinks, Summer, Watermelon

Did you try this recipe?

Please let us know how it turned out for you! Send us an e-mail or tag @maldonadobistro on Instagram and hashtag it #amaltesepantry.

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