Vesuvio
Ingrédients
- Light rum 1 oz
- Sweet Vermouth 1/2 oz
- Lemon Juice of 1/2
- Powdered sugar 1 tsp
- Egg White 1
Instructions
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into an old-fashioned glass over ice cubes, and serve.
The Vesuvio is a frothy, citrus-forward cocktail made with light rum, sweet vermouth, fresh lemon juice, powdered sugar, and egg white, shaken and strained into an old-fashioned glass over ice. Named after the famous Italian volcano, its combination of egg white foam and citrus suggests both lightness and the potential for volcanic energy. The egg white creates a silky texture that elevates the drink above a simple rum sour.
History & Origins
The Vesuvio is a classic cocktail of disputed origin, though its name and style suggest Italian or Neapolitan bar culture, where the volcano Vesuvius is an enduring cultural symbol. It appears in mid-20th century cocktail guides as a rum-vermouth sour variant. The specific combination of rum, sweet vermouth, and egg white reflects a style of cocktail common in the first half of the 20th century.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fresh lemon zest with light rum's sugarcane sweetness and sweet vermouth's herbal, fruit character. Palate: Silky from the egg white foam, with a tart-sweet citrus profile created by lemon juice and powdered sugar; sweet vermouth adds a subtle wine depth and herbal complexity that distinguishes the drink from a plain rum sour. Finish: Clean, tart, and slightly sweet with lingering citrus and vermouth.
Pro Tip
Dry-shake the egg white and rum mixture first before adding ice to the shaker for maximum foam and the creamiest possible texture.
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