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Top 10 Top 10 Local Drinks
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1. White Wine
The quality of Campania wines has risen steadily in recent years. Falanghina, Greco di Tufo and Lacryma Christi are reliable names.
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2. Red Wine
Full-bodied reds come from the local Aglianico grape.
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3. Liqueurs
The most famous of these is the lemon liqueur limoncello , delivering quite a kick.
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4. Beer
All major brands are available, but a local Italian favourite is Peroni. If you want draft, ask for alla spina .
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5. Mineral Water
Italians enjoy a huge array of mineral waters. A great choice is Ferrarelle – or for something lighter, Uliveto.
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6. Digestivi
Many restaurants produce their own digestive concoctions – pure alcohol with a soothing mixture of spices and flavourings.
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7. Coffee
Neapolitan-style coffee traditionally comes already sweetened, and it is generally very concentrated.
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8. Soft Drinks
The usual range of choices is available, but an interesting Italian cola-type drink is Chinotto.
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9. Infusioni
Camomilla (camomile) is considered to be a palliative, while other herbal teas on offer include menta (peppermint) and tiglio (lime-tree).
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10. Spremute
Most bars are set up, in summer, to turn out freshly squeezed orange juice and a local version of lemonade.
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