Bløm Aperitivo
The Aperitivo: a pause in the day for a refreshing drink, a bite to eat and good company. A ritual to end the work day and begin the evening. Made with local fruits and botanicals, Bløm Aperitivo is vibrant and smooth with the perfect bitter sweet balance. Call up some friends, pour over ice, toss in an orange slice or maybe an olive, and enjoy.
THE STORY
Several years ago, during a trip to Spain, we fell in love with a Spanish cider-based sipping vermouth. We visited many vermouth bars and sampled everything we could get our hands on. Then we landed back in the States and, sadly, just couldn't find a bottle of what we were missing - something bright, fruity, bitter, deep, perfect for sipping straight, over ice, or as a spritz. So, as is our way, we decided to make it.
INGREDIENTS
Our Aperitivo is similar to a sipping vermouth - delicious on its own, a great addition to a cocktail, or perfect as a spritz base. Unlike vermouth, our Aperitivo is made with a Michigan cider base that we ferment here in our cellar. The cider base is then fortified and rested on locally grown and foraged bittering herbs before finally introducing other fruits, flowers and botanicals to bring the flavor into a refreshing balance.
HOW TO ENJOY
Neat
Pour a few ounces into a small glass and enjoy in place of a cocktail or glass of wine. Perfect in chillier months (après ski, anyone?)
Over ice
Fill a small tumbler with ice and top with Aperitivo. Add an optional orange slice or a green olive. Delicious year round
Spritz
Fill a glass with ice, then add 2oz Aperitivo and 4oz soda water. Garnish with a citrus wedge or briny olive. A great summer refresher!
HOW TO ORDER
1
Visit our taproom in downtown Ann Arbor to enjoy a glass or pick up a bottle!
2
In October 2025, we’ll begin distributing our Aperitivo around the state of Michigan - keep an eye out at retailers near you (or ask them to order it if you don’t see it on the shelf of your fave shop)
3
Live out of state? We’ll soon begin shipping directly!