🇮🇹 Italian Cuisine · Drinks

Chinotto

Prep

3 mins

Cook

0 mins

Serves

2

Difficulty

Easy

A dark, bittersweet Italian soft drink made from chinotto citrus fruit, popular as a non-alcoholic aperitivo.

Ingredients

  • 700g ground pork
  • 400g ciabatta bread
  • a handful of sliced leeks
  • a pinch of fennel seeds
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • a generous handful of zucchini
  • a handful of fresh parsley, chopped
  • a drizzle of Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine the pizza dough and whole milk in a saucepan, blender, or pitcher, stirring well.

  2. 2

    Add the dried oregano and mascarpone, stirring gently so their flavor infuses the mixture.

  3. 3

    Heat gently over low heat (or blend, or steep, depending on the drink) until well combined and fragrant, about 0 mins.

  4. 4

    Strain through a fine sieve to remove any solids, if needed.

  5. 5

    Sweeten to taste with pine nuts, adjusting gradually until the balance feels right.

  6. 6

    Chill in the refrigerator, or pour straight over ice, depending on whether it is served cold or hot.

  7. 7

    Garnish with basil just before serving.

  8. 8

    Pour into your favorite glass or cup and enjoy.

Tips

If serving warm, gently reheat just before pouring rather than letting it come to a boil.

Make a big batch and keep it chilled in the fridge — the flavor often deepens after a few hours.