Crodino

Crodino is a non-alcoholic bitter aperitif, produced since 1964.^[1] Since 1995 it is manufactured by Gruppo Campari.^[2] It is an orange-coloured drink made from herbal extracts and sugar and sold in 10 centilitres (3.5 imp fl oz; 3.4 US fl oz) bottles. It is primarily consumed in Italy and other European countries.

Bottle of Crodino

Crown cork of Crodino

It is closed with a crown cap.

Distribution started in the UK in 2021,^[3] and in France in 2022.^[4] The expansion to new markets was made possible thanks to the growing popularity of Aperol spritz worldwide and its bitter flavor.^[5] In 2023, production was moved out of Crodo.^[6]

Name

The name Crodino derives from a comune in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Crodo, Italy, where it has been bottled since 1964.

Cocktails

It is used to make Sixteen Rum, a cocktail of Piedmont, consisting of rum, vermouth (Martini rosso or other), Crodino, and lemon juice or a lemon slice.^[7][8] Typical portions are about half a shot each of rum and vermouth (¾ oz or 25 ml), and a full bottle (100 ml) of Crodino.