To tie into this year’s theme, Gusto d’Italia, I really wanted to use one of my favourite fruits of all time, the melon. Besides its delicious summery taste, it also reminds me of my Mamma, who always selected the tastiest melon. We would often eat melon with prosciutto as a starter or in a fruit salad with mint at the end of the meal.

Peroni Nastro Azzuro is at the heart of this infusion, as its refreshing elements pair perfectly with mint and melon – Federico Riezzo, global brand ambassador for Peroni.

Name: Peroni Parma

Ingredients:

– 100ml Peroni Nastro Azzuro
– 20ml gin
– 15ml lemon juice
– A dash of egg white
– 40ml melon and mint puree

Method:

1. Pour all ingredients, except the Peroni Nastro Azzuro, into a shaker and shake vigorously.
2. Add the Peroni Nastro Azzuro and stir gently.
3. Garnish with melon and crispy Parma ham.

GLASS: Rock

 GARNISH: Melon and crispy Parma ham

 TASTING NOTES: The Peroni Parma is an accomplished drink; a melon sour with Peroni Nastro Azzuro as the main ingredient. Peroni Nastro Azzuro balances the fruitiness of the melon, the freshness of the mint and the sour notes of lemon juice. Peroni Nastro Azzuro brings an effervescence to this infusion, balancing its bitterness.

ALCOHOL UNIT:1.2

Federico Mazzei is the House of Peroni Master of Mixology and is passionate about creating bespoke cocktails using Peroni Nastro Azzuro. Born and bred in Italy, Fede brings his Italian charm to House of Peroni with a range of six infusions designed to be enjoyed with cichetti.

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