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A Different Kind of Venice Spritz Crawl: Cinico, Cynar, and Bianco

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Forget what you know about the standard orange Spritz. We’re deep-diving into the real Venetian bar scene to find the drinks locals actually order. From the cinnamon kick of a Cinico Spritz to the crisp Bianco and the unusual Cynar, this is the ultimate “Bacaro” crawl for true drink lovers.

In this video:

Trying the spicy, ginger-infused Cinico Spritz.

Why the simple Spritz Bianco is a refreshing local secret.

Mastering the bitter, herbal world of the Cynar Spritz.

Exploring the authentic side of Venice, one glass at a time.

Planning a trip to Italy? Make sure to save these spots for your next Venetian adventure! 🍷🇮🇹

About the Author

Brent Petersen is the Editor-in-Chief of Destination Eat Drink. He currently resides in Setubal, Portugal. Brent has written the novel “Truffle Hunt” (Eckhartz Press) and the short story collection “That Bird.” He’s also written dozens of foodie travel guides on Destination Eat Drink, including several in Italy. Brent’s podcast, also called Destination Eat Drink, is available on all major podcasting platforms and is distributed by the Radio Misfits Podcast Network.

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