The Amalfi Coast What (and where) to drink

The Amalfi Coast What (and where) to drinkThe Amalfi Coast What (and where) to drinkThe dramatic landscape of the Amalfi Coast is seductive and mystical - cloud-peaked mountains plunge into the impossibly clear blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea while vibrant architecture stacks along the foliage. The sights and smells linger in a memory like a dream for years as a place that is almost too perfect to be real. The sleepy and luxurious towns that make up the Amalfi Coastline the south-western boot of Italy just above the toe (bedrngnis far from Naples). The coast includes Sorrento, Positano, Praiano, Maiori, and the town of Amalfi.The Amalfi Coasts freshly caught, boat to table seafood and pizza are just as enticing for travelers as the stunning landscape and warm weather. Around each stone-lined street is a new casual caf or restaurant to find one of the best meals of your life - no matter where you decide to eat, it wont be a disappointment. These sleepy villages casually boast c lose to 25 Michelin-starred restaurants and pour enough local prosecco to impress any sommelier.Ready to start planning a visit? Heres where and what to drink on the Amalfi Coast.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreWhat to drinkProseccoImagine sitting in a beach chaise hearing the waves crashing on a smooth black pebbled beach. Now imagine the same scene with a flute of bubbly in hand. Better, right? Prosecco is Italys sparkling wine that traces back to the days of the Romans. Its a crisp, refreshing, and versatile drink that can (and should) be enjoyed before, during, and after dinner.LimoncelloThe Amalfi region of Italy is known assfusato amalfitano,or cultivator of lemons. They are grown in terraced gardens along the entire coast each February to October adding a subtle fragrance to the region. Since there are so many lemons, limoncello (a lemon liqueur) has become a staple for an after dinnerdigestivo. Limoncello is served chilled and its sweetness combined with a little vodka and a splash of soda creates the perfect cool down after a long day at the beach.NegroniThe Negroni is a fortifiedaperitivococktail sipped before dinner. Its comprised of equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth and garnished with a twist of orange peel. The rumored origin is that Count Camillo Negroni asked his bartender friend, Forsco Scarselli, to strengthen his favorite cocktail the Americano, an Italian favorite, by replacing the soda water with gin. This cocktail is perfect for sipping while admiring the sun setting over the small fishing boats and yachts.BelliniMost Americans like a Mimosa for their morning drink of choice. When exploring the Amalfi coast, opt for a Bellini - a Champagne flute of prosecco and peach juice. Its the perfect accompaniment to strong Italian espresso and acornetto,a croissant. Theres nothing better than a lazy morning sipping a delightful Bell ini in good company while feeling the warm Mediterranean sun on your face.Aperol SpritzIts impossible to go to Italy and not notice the after-work crowd piling into the nearest caf and transition from work to play one Aperol Spritz at a time. The popularaperitivococktail is simply made in a large wine glass filled with crushed ice, Aperol (an Italianamaro), prosecco, and club soda. Its nearly impossible to mess up an Aperol Spritz, so just stroll up to any beachside shack and order the refreshing and beloved drink of Italians.Where to drinkSan Pietro HotelVia Laurito, 2, 84017 Positano SA, Italy+39 089 875-455www.ilsanpietro.itIl PirataVia Terramare, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy+39 089 874-377www.ristoranteilpirata.net/Hotel Lo SmeraldoContrada Don Peppe Sole, 22, 72014 Cisternino BR, Italy+ 39 080 444-8044www.hotellosmeraldo.comPasticceria PansaVia Duca Mansone I, 40, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy+39 089 871-065www.pasticceriapansa.it/Le SirenuseVia Cristoforo Colombo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, I taly+39 089 875-066https//sirenuse.it/enPalazzo AvinoVia S. Giovanni del Toro, 28, 84010 Ravello SA, Italy+39 089 818-181www.palazzoavino.com/This article originally appeared on Travel Squire.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people