Primavera Rosolio

In the spirit of Italian springtime, Primavera Rosolio is a refreshing cocktail that embodies the aromas and flavors of the season. A base of Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto is complemented by homemade lemon-thyme syrup and a touch of fresh citrus, finished with a splash of prosecco for effervescence. This cocktail is bright, herbaceous, and perfectly balanced for warm weather sipping. **Glass:** Champagne Flute **Ingredients:** - 45ml Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto - 15ml Homemade Lemon-Thyme Syrup (recipe below) - 15ml Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice - 45ml Prosecco - Homemade Lemon-Thyme Foam (recipe below) - Garnish: Sprig of fresh thyme and a thin lemon wheel **Homemade Lemon-Thyme Syrup:** - 200g Granulated Sugar - 200ml Water - Peel of 1 Lemon (avoid the white pith to prevent bitterness) - Handful of fresh thyme In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, lemon peel, and thyme. Gently heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Once the mixture starts to simmer, remove it from the heat and let it steep for 30 minutes. Strain out the solids and store the syrup in a clean bottle. Refrigerate for up to two weeks. **Homemade Lemon-Thyme Foam:** - 100ml Water - 50ml Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice - 50ml Homemade Lemon-Thyme Syrup - 2 Egg Whites - 2 Chargers of N2O (for whipping siphon) Combine water, lemon juice, syrup, and egg whites in a whipping siphon. Close the siphon, charge it with one N2O charger, shake well, then add the second charger and shake again. Refrigerate for at least one hour before use. **Instructions:** 1. Chill the champagne flute by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water for a few minutes. 2. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, lemon-thyme syrup, and lemon juice. 3. Shake the ingredients vigorously until well chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the chilled champagne flute. 5. Top with prosecco, gently stirring to combine. 6. Dispense the lemon-thyme foam on top of the drink to create a fragrant and flavorful layer. 7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme and a thin wheel of lemon. Primavera Rosolio is an elegant cocktail that pays homage to the essence of the Italian spring and summertime. The homemade elements bring a personal touch to the drink, showcasing the versatility of Italicus paired with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy sipping