Cocktails and personality: the right drink for everyone

Sipping a cocktail is a proper tasting ritual, shaped by interwoven aromas, flavours and evocative notes. These mixology creations subtly reflect unmistakable traits of who we are, revealing different facets of our character sip by sip. It is an intriguing matching game that pairs the ideal drink with every palate, guided by what makes each of us distinct, for a truly personalised toast.

A nod to the old saying ‘tell me what you drink and I’ll tell you who you are’, curated across an inspired cocktail list: 10 classic cocktails for 10 personalities, hunting for the winning match. All that remains is to discover (or rather, sip) your perfect match.

Aperol Spritz

Sociable and carefree

An icon of Italian and international aperitivo culture, Aperol Spritz stands for sharing and conviviality, with its vivid orange hue and unmistakable refreshing fizz. It neatly reflects a sociable and carefree personality, always eager to meet new people and head out with friends, like a revitalising toast to new beginnings. Packed with energy and spontaneity, these traits also make mixing a textbook Aperol Spritz effortless, following the renowned ‘3-2-1 rule’.

Recipe:

• fill a wine glass with ice;
• pour in 3 parts Prosecco (90 ml);
• add 2 parts Aperol (60 ml);
• add 1 part soda water (30 ml) or sparkling water;
• stir gently with a bar spoon or stirrer;
• garnish with an orange slice.

Negroni

Magnetic and seductive

The Negroni is bold and captivating, balanced by the interplay of Vermouth rosso, Campari and Gin with poise and conviction. Created in Florence in 1919 at the request of Count Camillo Negroni, this world-renowned cocktail speaks to confident, magnetic and seductive personalities, driven by that vibrant red passion at the heart of an alluring drinking experience.

Recipe:

• fill a glass with ice;
• add 30 ml Bulldog London Dry Gin;
• add 30 ml Vermouth rosso;
• add 30 ml Campari;
• stir thoroughly with a bar spoon;
• garnish with an orange slice.

Americano

Elegant and determined

Ordered by James Bond in the classic film Casino Royale, the Americano stands out for its harmonious balance and striking colour. It delivers a rich profile thanks to Vermouth rosso and Campari, lifted by a fresh splash of soda. A drink with surprising punch and unmistakable flair, it suits an elegant and determined character with an eye for quality and the drive to achieve ambitious goals.

Recipe:

• fill a glass with ice;
• pour in 30 ml Campari;
• add 30 ml Vermouth rosso;
• add a splash of soda water;
• twist the lemon peel to release the essential oils;
• garnish with an orange slice and the lemon peel.

Bulldog Tonic

Charming and bold

An alluring, floral Gin Tonic that captures the refinement of Bulldog Gin, a London Dry with a unique botanical profile, so smooth it wins over even non-gin drinkers. The Bulldog Tonic brings an elevated edge to a classic Gin Tonic made with Bulldog London Dry Gin, pairing juniper notes with tonic water to balance smoothness with real character. It reflects charming and bold personalities who stand out with proactive, engaging charisma, best sipped from its distinctive black copa.

Recipe:

• fill a glass with ice (preferably the dedicated black copa);
• pour in 50 ml Bulldog Gin;
• add 150 ml tonic water;
• stir thoroughly with a spoon;
• garnish with a pink grapefruit zest.

Espolòn Paloma

Creative and curious

The aromas, colours and flavours of authentic Mexico come together in this cocktail, tinted with the pink shades of a Jalisco sunset. The Espolòn Paloma captures the spirit of Mexico with an easy-drinking, vibrant mix combining local tequila – specifically Espolòn Blanco 100% agave – with agave syrup, lime juice and pink grapefruit soda. Irresistibly fresh, it is made for creative and curious souls who love to experiment and follow an adventurous, free spirit.

Recipe:

• pour 15 ml lime juice into a glass;
• add 10 ml agave syrup;
• add 60 ml Tequila Espolòn Blanco;
• stir for a few seconds with a spoon;
• top up with pink grapefruit soda;
• garnish with a lime wedge or grapefruit slice.

101 Old Fashioned

Authentic and decisive

Among the most renowned names of American Cocktails, the Old Fashioned is a true legend. Bold and aromatic on the palate, this globally celebrated drink owes its depth to Wild Turkey Bourbon 101, whose notes of vanilla, oak and orange meld with sugar and bitters for an intense, elegant finish. It speaks directly to an authentic and decisive character who appreciates unpretentious craftsmanship and timeless flavours.

Recipe:

• pour 60 ml Wild Turkey 101 into a glass;
• add 4 dashes aromatic bitters;
• add 10 ml sugar syrup;
• garnish with an orange twist.

Cosmopolitan

Glamorous and bubbly

Famous for its cameo in Sex & the City, sipped by Carrie Bradshaw during New York nights out with the girls, the Cosmopolitan is sleek, vibrant and cosmopolitan. With its striking pink hue, the drink pairs tart cranberry and sharp lime with Vodka and Cointreau. A cocktail tailored to a mondana e raffinata personality who loves socialising, leads an active life and always looks for beauty and excitement to share with friends.

Recipe:

• add ice cubes to a shaker;
• add 80 ml Vodka;
• add 30 ml Cointreau;
• add 30 ml lime juice;
• add 60 ml cranberry juice;
• shake thoroughly;
• garnish with a lime wheel.

Whiskey Sour

Sophisticated and independent

Rich and citrusy, smooth yet refreshing, this drink reveals its depth sip by sip. The Whiskey Sour delivers a classic, layered profile through the warmth of Wild Turkey Bourbon balanced by crisp lemon acidity. It appeals to sophisticated and independent personalities who bring refined taste and an open mind to everything they do.

Recipe:

• pour 60 ml Wild Turkey Bourbon into a glass;
• add 30 ml lemon juice;
• add 22.5 ml sugar syrup;
• add egg white to taste;
• shake and strain with a bar strainer;
• serve with lemon zest.

Moscow Mule

Cool and extroverted

A cocktail created in the 40s from the intuition of three businessmen in New York, where ginger and ginger beer bring an intense freshness to Vodka that is pleasantly sharp on the palate. The Moscow Mule reveals itself as a lively, sparkling drink to sip during aperitivo or as a revitalising digestif, perfect for winning over a cool and extroverted personality capable of charming anyone in their company. For free spirits always looking for new, engaging experiences, charming talkers and lovers of the latest trends, the Moscow Mule is the perfect cocktail for an uplifting toast down to the very last sip.

Recipe:

• fill a copper mug with ice;
• add 4.5 cl Vodka;
• add 12 cl ginger beer;
• add 0.5 cl lime juice;
• stir gently;
• garnish with a lime wheel.

Special Mention

Campari Soda

Free from any label

Since 1932, Campari Soda has been the quintessential aperitivo ‘without a label’. Created by Davide Campari, it was history’s first ready-to-drink aperitif, packaged in the iconic conical bottle designed by Futurist artist Fortunato Depero.

Distinctive in flavour and vivid red tone, timeless and unconstrained, it requires nothing more than popping open the bottle. An invitation for anyone who feels free from any label and indifferent to convention: an easy-going, unpretentious drink to enjoy in complete authenticity.