DRINKS : NIO Cocktails
If the closest thing you’re getting to a holiday is putting an ocean scene on the telly, bringing out the sun lounger and whacking the heating up; then these gorgeous sexy cocktails are gonna make that holiday to Costa Del Lounge so much better. You’ll be basking in that beach glow in no time!
REVIEW OF NIO READY TO DRINK COCKTAILS
NIO Cocktails, are an Italian startup at the forefront of the premium ready-to-drink cocktail movement, and they have partnered with Amaretto ADRIATICO to bring you a collection of expertly crafted cocktails with a new generation almond liqueur. Amaretto ADRIATICO is beautifully distilled in the southern peninsula of Italy, bordering the stunning Adriatic Coast. This collection will invoke a warmth reminiscent of the last summer and early autumnal sun.
NIO Cocktail’s use hand-picked Filippo Cea almonds (considered to be some of the best in the world!) from Puglia that are then gently roasted for an extended period to release the full-bodied flavours to perfection. Rather than relying on cane sugar for flavour, cinnamon cocoa and a pinch of Adriatic sea salt are added to highlight the complexity of flavour found in the Puglian almonds to create the ultimate authentic amaretto base and believe me they are absolutely delicious.
The Amaretto ADRIATICO collection contains four limited-edition cocktails with rich flavours ranging from full-bodied and spicy to delicate vanilla and aromatic citrus notes. With varying flavour profiles and ABV’s, this collection is perfect for cosying up during crisp long Autumn evenings or share with friends as an aperitif or digestif, evoking the feeling of the warmth of the Southern Italian coastline.
They come in a compact slim box (perfect for letterbox delivery) which holds four elegant square cardboard casings covering the sealed cocktail pouch. Simply tear off the corner of the square cocktail packaging and pour. NIO stands for ‘Needs ice only’ so no need to chill these prior to drinking, just pour into a glass filled with ice and you’re ready to go!
Amaretto Bianco Cappuccino Cocktail: In a bid to create a refreshing twist on the cult cocktail Espresso Martini, Amaretto ADRIATICO Bianco adds a light and fresh dimension to the coffee-based classic. The deep, complex coffee notes in Fair Coffee Liqueur bring a rich dimension to the silky vanilla notes in Amaretto ADRIATICO Bianco in this sublime cocktail.
This cocktail is silky smooth and with a flurry of coffee grinds sprinkled on top, really enhances the beautiful creamy nuttiness of this cocktail.
Amaretto Roasted Sour Cocktail: Caramelised marzipan notes, zesty citrus flavours, and a touch of sea salt are all perfectly balanced in this bright and refreshing amaretto sour. Roasted almonds in Amaretto ADRIATICO bring a welcome depth of flavour and richness to the classic sour, creating a gently warming and refreshing drink.
This was stunning, and if you are a fan of marzipan, then this is the cocktail for you.
There were another two cocktails in this box of four, which I am still to try but if these two are anything to go by, then they are going to be superb.
Amaretto Godfather Cocktail: Rich, lightly spiced and thoroughly warming, the Amaretto Godfather was made to accompany drawn-out sunsets on the beach. Piquant allspice and a hint of charred wood from Bulleit Bourbon combine beautifully with the delicate marzipan notes and touch of salt in Amaretto ADRIATICO Roasted Almonds Liqueur.
Amaretto Bianco Sour Cocktail: Silky smooth and full of delicate, subtle flavours, the Amaretto Bianco Sour is supremely smooth sipping. The fresh vanilla flavours and gentle aromas of lemon zest make this light cocktail a sublime accompaniment to fall gatherings in Italy’s vibrant streets, with an expert balance between acidity and gentle sweetness.
These cocktails, are possibly some of the best ‘At Home Ready Made’ cocktails, I’ve ever had. The ease of pour and the overall taste is fantastic. I’ve had many a cocktail At Home, and in bars, where the serve isn’t balanced and is either too sweet, too sour or just too much alcohol. NIO have nailed this!
If you want an elegant cocktail at home, want to impress friends or family that you’ve not seen since before lockdown or genuinely want to don your swimming costume in your flat and just pretend; then these are the luxurious, sumptuous, and very sexy cocktails you need to be sipping on!
NIO Cocktails are available for £29 including delivery and would certainly make a wonderful Christmas pressie!
www.niococktails.co.uk