Vogue World 2026 Milan Inspires Expert Guide to Classic Italian Cocktails

As Vogue World 2026 approaches in Milan, bartenders from various Italian establishments have shared their expertise on unique cocktails. Andrea Notaro from La Roqqa elaborates on the aperitivo custom, while Chris Moore of Jean-Georges Restaurants highlights the differences between Italy's bar scene and those in Paris and London. Brando Baccheschi Berti of Castello di Vicarello emphasizes the regional origins of vermouth, amari, and bitters. Ambrogio De Siano considers the Milano-Torino, which blends Campari and red vermouth, as essential. The Negroni, originating in Florence circa 1919, and the Negroni Sbagliato from Bar Basso are notable mentions. Other cocktails include the bicicletta, Aperol Spritz, Cardinale, Garibaldi, and the Bellini, created by Giuseppe Cipriani in the 1940s.