Five Cocktails to Discover Doladira’s Alpine Spirit
Image: Doladira on the Dolomites Mountains at sunset
Doladira was born in the Dolomites, where steep peaks, alpine herbs, and a deep culture of craftsmanship shape its identity. Made with carefully selected botanicals and 60% less sugar than other leading aperitivi, it offers a distinctive bittersweet profile that is clean, vibrant, and beautifully balanced.
Equally at home in a simple spritz or a more refined cocktail, Doladira brings a fresh Alpine perspective to every serve. Here are five ways to enjoy it.
1. The Perfect Spritz
A crisp and refreshing mountain spritz with herbal complexity and a beautifully dry finish.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Doladira
- 3 oz Prosecco
- Splash of soda water
- Orange slice
Method
Build over ice in a wine glass, top with soda water, stir gently, and garnish with an orange slice.
2. Doladira Negroni
A drier, more aromatic interpretation of the iconic Italian classic.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Doladira
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz dry or semi-sweet vermouth
Method
Stir with ice and strain over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange peel.
3. Alpine Hugo
Inspired by Northern Italy’s mountain drinking culture, this is fresh, floral, and beautifully balanced.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Doladira
- 3 oz Prosecco
- Splash of soda water
- Fresh mint
- Lime wedge
Method
Build over ice, top with soda water, stir gently, and garnish with mint and lime.
4. The Dolomite
A bright and effortless summer refresher that highlights Doladira’s alpine character.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Doladira
- 2 oz grapefruit soda
Method
Build over ice, top with grapefruit soda, stir gently, and garnish with rosemary or grapefruit.
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5. Doladira on the Rocks
The simplest way to enjoy Doladira’s herbal complexity and crisp, dry finish.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Doladira
- Large ice cube
- Optional grapefruit zest
Method
Pour over ice and garnish with grapefruit zest if desired.
Bring Home the Italian Aperitivo Ritual
As Italians do, we recommend enjoying these cocktails alongside a few simple aperitivo favourites: olives, taralli, pizza, focaccia, cured meats, and cheeses. Because great aperitivo moments are never just about the drinks, they’re about slowing down, sharing food, and enjoying good company.
With Doladira, the spirit of the Italian Alps meets the warmth of Italian conviviality.
The Story Behind Doladira and it's bottle
We are proud to represent Doladira and to share its story.
Image: Doladira's founder Meredith Erickson
Doladira was founded by Meredith Erickson, a celebrated Canadian food writer and author of La Cucina di Terroni. Meredith collaborated closely with Cosimo on the creation of the book, and through that process we came to know her thoughtful approach to storytelling and her deep appreciation for authentic Italian culture, food, and hospitality.
Her vision for Doladira reflects that same philosophy: an aperitivo inspired by the Italian Alps, rooted in tradition yet refreshingly contemporary.
The bottle itself reflects this origin story. Its silhouette echoes a mountain peak, while its distinctive colour is inspired by Enrosadira: the pink glow that lights up the Dolomites at sunset.
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