Wilderton Launch at the Midnight Cafe

Planning on staying sober for your next night out? Whether you’re the designated driver (subway handler) or cutting back on your alcohol consumption (a wise move), we recommend Wilderton’s latest non-alcoholic spirit: Bittersweet Apertivito. 

A love child between Campari, Aperol and sweet vermouth, Bittersweet Aperitivo is a botanical journey that manages to be spicy and smoky on top of bright and citrusy. During its launch at the Midnight Cafe in Hudson Yards, these flavors came through when the spirit was mixed by cocktail expert Iain Griffiths to make several non-traditional drinks that were equal parts refreshing and delicious. It is definitely worth a try, even if you are a committed casual drinker. 

Pairing with the drinks were bites from the mind of Chef Chai Trivedi, including bacon wrapped shrimp, deviled eggs, and mushroom spring rolls. Guests of the event were also able to make their own custom scent thanks to an Olfactory DIY station—I was able to walk away with a new rhubarb and freesia scent that earned compliments from everyone in the room.

So the next time you’d like to have an aperitivo without it actually being an aperitivo, check out Wilderton and their range of non-alcoholic spirits. Between their woodsy Earthen and floral Lustre, you’ll be sure to find a drink that’ll have you saying cheers while still keeping your wits.

Follow @wilderton_free for more updates on their spirits, and be sure to stop by @midnightcafenyc for even more deliciousness.