Italy has not only contributed to gastronomy wonders such as pizza, pasta and its exquisite cheese; It has also captivated with its drinks so characteristic that they can be seen on any table in the world.
- Coffees
In general, coffee is an essential part of the life of Italians, since the country consumes approximately 9 billion cups of coffee every year. Similarly, this product has been adopted by other countries in Europe and America, such as the following varieties:
Express.- This type of coffee was created for the first time in Milan and it is highly requested; made from pressure and steam, espresso machines are very popular not only in Italy but all over the world.
Cappuccino.- This drink is prepared with a third of Coffee express, a third of milk and a third of foam (and sometimes added with cocoa or cinnamon); It is mainly intended for the breakfast of Italians.
- Liqueurs
Limoncello.- Emblematic drink of the country and prepared with the yellow lemons peel (softened in water and fermented in alcohol), water and sugar. Its graduation varies between 28 and 35 ° and is also used in pastries and cocktails.
Amaro.- This digestive of bitter taste can be used as medicine and remedy for certain enfermedades because it is made with loc herbschosen infused in alcohol.
Grappa.- The grappa is a distillate of grape skins marinated with herbs. It can be ingested as digestive, riding a cocktails or simply for warm up the body.
Sambuca.- This transparent liquor is prepared with anise and coffee beans, although there is also a black version with herbs and caramel. It can be drunk alone, with coffee or ingested in some dessert.
Source: Reform. Good table
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