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Here are some refreshing aperitif drinks that you can mix in no time at all using fruity spirits from Trojka. Our aperitif ideas bring variety to your occasion and interest to your home bar. Prepare to be delighted by serving one of the tasty Trojka drinks at your next reception – see the end of this post.

A tropical-inspired aperitif is particularly appropriate in warm summer weather – such as with a dash of Trojka Aloha, Flamingo or Coconut. Our light and simple cocktails, such as the Flamingo Spritz, are evidence that a mixed drink based on a vodka liqueur doesn’t have to be strong. Especially in summer, it’s advisable to use a little less alcohol for your aperitif ideas. Trojka fits perfectly, as most Trojka liqueurs have no more than 17% ABV.

Nous souhaitons te présenter ici quelques apéritifs rafraîchissants à mixer toi-même en un tour de main avec des spiritueux fruités de Trojka. Nos idées apportent de la variété à l’apéritif et donnent du tonus à ton bar. Laisse-toi surprendre et propose l’un des délicieux drinks Trojka que tu trouveras à la fin de cet article lors de ton prochain apéritif.

En été, par beau temps, un apéritif au charme tropical est idéal – par exemple avec un trait d’Aloha, de Flamingo ou de Coconut de Trojka. Nos cocktails légers et simples, comme le Flamingo Spritz, montrent bien qu’une boisson mélangée avec une liqueur de vodka n’a pas forcément besoin d’être forte. En été, il est en effet conseillé de se tourner vers des idées d’apéritifs contenant un peu moins d’alcool. Trojka s’y prête parfaitement, la plupart des liqueurs Trojka n’ont pas plus de 17% vol.

What’s an aperitif?

In Switzerland and parts of southern Germany, drinks receptions or “apéros” are an integral part of everyday life. Just as it’s customary to serve tapas in Spain, mezedes in Greece or an aperitivo Milanese in Italy, apéros are the norm here. Strictly speaking, the apéro isn’t part of the starter or the main course. Rather, it’s intended to bridge the time until the actual start of the meal, or even serves as an occasion in its own right.

A classic Swiss apéro involves a serving platter or a special aperitif platter. While a drinks reception in Germany usually consists of just an appetizing drink, a Swiss apéro tends to include something to eat in addition to a drink. Typical finger food served at a Swiss apéro includes nuts, savoury biscuits, crisps, cheese, air-cured meat, olives, vegetable dips, bread and canapés.

The snacks are accompanied by drinks appropriate to the occasion, such as white wine, sparkling wine or simple cocktails such as these from Trojka. As a rule, guests help themselves.

In Switzerland, an apéro riche is a sumptuous occasion that can include a succession of offerings ranging from stimulating to hearty and savoury to sweet. For this reason, the apéro riche can serve as a separate meal.

What does an aperitif consist of?

Nowhere is it specified what qualifies as an aperitif: the choice of beverage is based on personal taste. However, drinks should harmonise with the food and suit the time of year. For example, light, summery drinks and simple cocktails can be served at higher temperatures.

Drinks considered to be typical aperitifs also depend on the culture and traditional cuisine of a region. The wide variety of aperitif-type beverages includes tart, fresh white wines and rosés, port wines, sherry, sparkling wines such as prosecco, vermouth and mixed alcoholic drinks such as light cocktails or long drinks based on vodka liqueurs.

These sparkling aperitif ideas from Trojka are sure to give your home bar a boost and will delight your guests:

  • Flamingo Spritz

    The Flamingo Spritz is a combination of grapefruit liqueur and prosecco – a wonderfully refreshing drink destined to instantly conquer your heart and those of your guests.

    Ingredients
    • LOTS OF ICE
    • 4 CL TROJKA FLAMINGO
    • 4 CL PROSECCO
    • 4 CL SODA WATER
    • 1 GRAPEFRUIT
    • 1 SPRIG MINT
    Steps
    • 1
      Fill a large wine glass with ice and add the Trojka Flamingo, prosecco and soda water one after the other.
    • 2
      Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a sprig of mint.

  • Flemon

    Looking for a fresh, fruity aperitif or party drink? Then the Flemon with its taste of grapefruit and bitter lemon is just the thing!

    Ingredients
    • LOTS OF ICE
    • 4 CL TROJKA FLAMINGO
    • 10 CL BITTER LEMON
    • 1 GRAPEFRUIT
    Steps
    • 1
      Place lots of ice in a highball glass and add the Trojka Flamingo.
    • 2
      Top up with bitter lemon.
    • 3
      Garnish with a grapefruit zest or a slice of grapefruit.

  • Pink Tonic

    Featuring a hint of strawberry and tonic water, Pink Tonic not only impresses with its taste, but its colour will create a mini sensation among your guests!

    Ingredients
    • LOTS OF ICE
    • 4 CL TROJKA PINK
    • 10 CL TONIC WATER
    • 1 LEMON
    Steps
    • 1
      Place lots of ice in a highball glass and add the Trojka Pink.
    • 2
      Top up with tonic water.
    • 3
      Garnish with a slice of lemon or lemon zest.

  • Pink Spritz

    Pink Spritz featuring Trojka Pink is a berry-based aperitif drink that’s prepared like a classic spritz. The light flavour of Trojka Pink with its various berry notes is the perfect start to a leisurely summer evening.

    Ingredients
    Steps
    • 1
      Fill a large wine glass with ice.
    • 2
      Pour the Trojka Pink, sparkling wine and soda water into the glass one at a time.
    • 3
      Garnish the drink with a few berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc.).
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