Crodino is a world-renowned Italian non-alcoholic aperitif that has been produced since 1964. Crodino originated in the small town of Crodo, located in northern Italy. The name of the drink itself is derived from Crodo.
Crodino has a distinct bittersweet taste and a vibrant orange color. The exact recipe is a closely guarded secret, but the drink is made from a blend of various herbal, spice, citrus, and floral extracts that are macerated in alcohol. The alcohol is then removed, resulting in a completely non-alcoholic product.
Crodino is traditionally served well-chilled, usually with ice and a slice of orange or lemon. A typical variation is the Crodino spritz, where Crodino is combined with sparkling water and a slice of citrus fruit.
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In addition to the classic Crodino, recent years have seen the introduction of new flavors, such as Crodino Rosso, which has a more intense taste and color, or Crodino Twist with added citrus notes.
For me, the summer of 2025 was all about discovering Italian non-alcoholic aperitifs. Naturally, I couldn’t leave Crodino out of my tastings. Thanks perhaps in part to clever marketing, Crodino is truly widespread, but it is also surprisingly expensive—a 100 ml bottle costs just under 25 CZK (1 EUR) in specialty shops, while a larger 175 ml Crodino Rosso is just under 40 CZK (1.60 EUR). When you compare prices by volume, it’s about the same as premium chinotto.
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