Strega Liqueur Cocktails

Strega Liqueur is an Italian herbal liqueur that has been produced since 1860. It is made from a blend of around 70 different botanicals and herbs, including saffron, mint, fennel, and cinnamon. The name “Strega” means “witch” in Italian, and the liqueur is known for its bright yellow color and distinctive flavor.

Strega is produced by the Alberti family in Benevento, Italy, and is typically enjoyed as a digestif after a meal. It can be sipped neat or served on the rocks, and is also used in a variety of cocktails, such as the Strega Sour and the Golden Dawn.

Strega is considered one of the classic Italian liqueurs, and is exported to countries all over the world. Its unique flavor and bright color make it a popular ingredient in both classic and modern cocktail recipes.

1. Strega Sour

• 1 1/2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz Strega liqueur
• 3/4 oz lemon juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 1 egg white

Combine all ingredients in a shaker without ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

2. Golden Dawn

• 1 1/2 oz gin
• 3/4 oz Strega liqueur
• 3/4 oz orange juice
• 1/4 oz Campari

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with an orange twist.

3. Strega Spritz

• 1 1/2 oz Strega liqueur
• 2 oz Prosecco
• 1 oz soda water
• Orange slice

Fill a glass with ice and add Strega liqueur, Prosecco, and soda water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange slice.

1. Strega Margarita

• 1 1/2 oz tequila
• 1 oz Strega liqueur
• 3/4 oz lime juice
• 1/2 oz agave syrup
• Salt

Rim a glass with salt. Combine tequila, Strega, lime juice, and agave syrup in a shaker with ice and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain into the salt-rimmed glass over ice and garnish with a lime wedge.

2. Honey Strega Sour

• 1 1/2 oz bourbon
• 3/4 oz Strega liqueur
• 3/4 oz lemon juice
• 1/2 oz honey syrup
• 1 egg white

Combine all ingredients in a shaker without ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

3. Strega and Tonic

• 2 oz Strega liqueur
• Tonic water
• Cucumber slice
• Fresh basil

Fill a glass with ice and add Strega liqueur. Top with tonic water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with a cucumber slice and fresh basil.

1. Strega Blossom

• 1 1/2 oz Strega liqueur
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur
• 1/2 oz honey syrup
• Thyme sprig

Muddle a thyme sprig in the bottom of a shaker. Add Strega liqueur, grapefruit juice, elderflower liqueur, and honey syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a thyme sprig.

2. Strega Flip

• 1 1/2 oz Strega liqueur
• 1 oz dark rum
• 1/2 oz maple syrup
• 1 whole egg
• Nutmeg

Combine all ingredients in a shaker without ice and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with freshly grated nutmeg.

3. Strega Sparkler

• 1 1/2 oz Strega liqueur
• 1 oz blood orange juice
• 1/2 oz lemon juice
• Prosecco
• Rosemary sprig

Combine Strega liqueur, blood orange juice, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice and shake for about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and top with Prosecco. Garnish with a rosemary sprig.

Origin: Strega Liqueur is an Italian herbal liqueur that has been produced since 1860. It is named after the Italian word for “witch,” and its bright yellow color is said to be reminiscent of the robes of the ancient Samnite witches who lived in the region where it is made.

Ingredients: Strega Liqueur is made from a blend of around 70 different botanicals and herbs, including saffron, mint, fennel, and cinnamon. The recipe for the liqueur is a closely guarded secret, passed down through the generations of the Alberti family, who produce Strega in the town of Benevento, Italy.

Flavor and Proof: Strega has a complex and distinctive flavor that is both sweet and herbal. The herbal notes are dominant, with a slight bitterness and a hint of saffron. Strega has a proof of 80 (40% ABV).

Usage and Serving: Strega is typically enjoyed as a digestif after a meal. It can be sipped neat or served on the rocks, and is also used in a variety of cocktails, such as the Strega Sour, Golden Dawn, and Strega Margarita. The liqueur’s herbal notes make it a versatile ingredient in both classic and modern cocktail recipes.

Production and Manufacturer: Strega Liqueur is produced by the Alberti family in Benevento, Italy. The production process involves macerating the botanicals and herbs in alcohol, distilling the mixture, and then adding caramel for color and sweetness. The liqueur is aged in oak barrels for a period of time before being bottled and distributed around the world.