Aperitif and Digestif: Know the Differences

These are drinks that are meant to be consumed before a meal to help wake up the suppressed appetite.

Digestifs are the opposite of aperitifs. These drinks are meant to be consumed after a heavy meal. 

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DIGESTIF

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Aperitif comes from the Latin word “aperire” which means ‘to open.”

The word digestif comes from the latin word “digerere” which means “to separate.”

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DIGESTIF

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This term goes back almost 1500 years, and had become a common practice among Italians to consume a drink before dinner.

These were originally designed for medicinal purposes, that was meant for stomach pains and gastronomical issues.

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DIGESTIF

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These drinks are usually dry to stimulate a healthy appetite for the following meal and are low in alcohol content.

Usually digestifs are supposed to contain ingredients like heavy cream, sugar, and even coffee. 

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DIGESTIF

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Dry vermouth, Aperol, and Campari are popular choices for aperitifs.

Sweet vermouth, cognac, and Bailey's Irish Cream  are popular choices for digestifs.

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