The term “aperitif” derives from the Latin “aperitivus” and refers to something capable of promoting appetite. Its function is precisely to prepare the palate for dinner. 

The origin is very ancient, dating back to ancient Greece where Hippocrates created the fiirst aperitif in history in the fifth century, a sweet white wine enriched with absinthe flowers.Ancient population also tasted  it, the Assyrians with palm wine and Red Indians with fermented maple juice. In Italy, the aperitif was born in Turin in 1700 when Antonio Benedetto Carparo invented Vermouth, a wine flavored with herbs and spices.

Nowadays the ritual of being together with friends and family indulging in moments of relaxationhas become an indispensable moment, sometimes it is more important than dinner.

So how to organize a perfect aperitif even at home? What should never be missing are pretzels, snackssuch as sandwiches or pizas, the famous chips but also vegetables are very popularserved in stands. bowls, dishes of different sizes and shapes suitable for different appetizers and let’s not forget the wipes which must always be ready for use.

The choice of glass is based on what you drink…the flute for wines with bubbles such as champagne or prosecco does not allow the carbonation to vanish quickly, the balloon for red wine allows you to dcant it and be able to taste it at its best , the cocktail glass to inverted conical with stems allows the glass to be held without affecting the tempertature of the drink wich must be very cold and let’s not forget the spritz glass, long drink, liqueur…

How to transform a simple aperitif into a healthy, luxurious and exclusive moment of conviviality? Simply with a silver glass. It is an excellent conductor so it keeps the temperature of the drink unchanged, improves the organoleptic qualities without alteringthm, it is powerful antibacterial and finally it is much more beautiful, elegant, precious and refined than a classic crystal glass.

To prepare perfect aperitifs such as spritz, margarita, negroni, cosmopolitan…You need “ad hoc” tools such as shackers, measuring cups, dispensers, mixers, knives, tongs and let’s not forget ice bucket and champagne buckets for bubble lovers.

Thanks to the Greggio items, all guest will be amazed and impressed because they make the aperitif a unique, refined and unforgettable moment.