Bittermilk No. 8 Margarita Rosato with Italian Blood Orange
Part margarita, part Italian aperitivo, Bittermilk No. 8 Margarita Rosato is bright, bittersweet and seriously refreshing. Blood orange and lime bring juicy citrus and tartness, while gentian, rhubarb and orange peel give it the sophisticated bitter edge of a classic Italian aperitivo. There's enough sweetness to round everything out, but bitterness keeps it firmly in grown-up territory. Mix it with a non-alcoholic tequila for a beautifully complex margarita, or simply add sparkling water for an exceptionally easy zero-proof spritz.
Why We Love It
This one feels tailor-made for the way we like to drink. It doesn't need a spirit to make sense in the glass. Blood orange gives it lush citrus flavor, lime keeps it bright, and the gentian and rhubarb bring enough bitterness and structure to make a simple soda-water serve feel like a proper aperitivo. And when you do add a non-alcoholic tequila, you get a margarita with considerably more going on than lime and sweetness.
How to Drink Bittermilk No. 8 Margarita Rosato with Italian Blood Orange
For the easiest zero-proof serve, pour 1 part Bittermilk No. 8 over plenty of ice and top with 2 parts sparkling water. Give it a gentle stir and finish with an orange peel. For a Margarita Rosato, shake equal parts No. 8 and your favorite non-alcoholic blanco tequila vigorously with plenty of ice, then strain over fresh ice and garnish with lime.
Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve: Shake 1½ oz non-alcoholic blanco tequila, 1 oz Bittermilk No. 8 and ¼ oz fresh lime juice with plenty of ice. Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass, top with 1 oz sparkling mineral water and finish with a wide orange peel. No salt rim needed. The blood orange and bitter botanicals do plenty of talking on their own, while the little splash of bubbles keeps the whole thing crisp, bright and aperitivo-ish.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Blood orange, fresh lime and aromatic orange peel
- Palate: Juicy citrus and tart lime layered with bittersweet orange, earthy gentian and subtle rhubarb
- Finish: Bright, pleasantly bitter and lingering with orange peel and botanical complexity
- Body: Concentrated and juicy, becoming lively and refreshing when lengthened with sparkling water
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bittermilk No. 8 Margarita Rosato taste like?
It's tart, bittersweet and citrus-forward, combining Italian blood orange and lime with bitter botanicals including gentian, rhubarb and orange peel. Think margarita brightness with the complexity of an Italian aperitivo.
Is Bittermilk No. 8 non-alcoholic?
Yes. Bittermilk No. 8 is a non-alcoholic cocktail mixer and can be enjoyed without adding a spirit.
How do you make a non-alcoholic spritz with Bittermilk No. 8?
Combine 1 part Bittermilk Margarita Rosato with 2 parts sparkling water over ice and garnish with an orange peel. It's one of the simplest ways to enjoy No. 8 and doesn't require a non-alcoholic spirit.
How do you make a non-alcoholic Margarita Rosato?
Shake equal parts Bittermilk No. 8 and non-alcoholic tequila vigorously with plenty of ice. Serve over fresh ice and garnish with lime.
What makes Margarita Rosato different from a regular margarita mixer?
In addition to blood orange and lime, No. 8 incorporates gentian, rhubarb and orange peel, giving it the bitter botanical character associated with Italian aperitivi.
Product Details
- Brand: Bittermilk
- Product: No. 8 Margarita Rosato with Italian Blood Orange
- Type: Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Mixer
- Size: 17 fl oz / 502 mL
- Yield: Approximately 17 cocktails
- Made in: Charleston, South Carolina
- Ingredients: Water, Raw Cane Sugar, Lime Juice Concentrate, Blood Orange Juice Concentrate, Tangerine Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavors, Orange Peel, Gentian Root, Rhubarb, Purple Carrot Juice Concentrate
