A NEW BITTERSWEET & ALCOHOL-FREE APERITIF

FOR TUESDAY AFTERNOONS AND SATURDAY NIGHTS

iessi is about making imaginative choices and seeking pleasure in the rituals of daily life. We love the easy conviviality of sharing an apéritif — the way a drink, with alcohol or without, can bring you into the moment. iessi is a chance to make these occasions more inclusive, thoughtful and surprising.

L'APERITIVO

26 EUR

Our lively and aromatic alcohol-free aperitif, inspired by an Italian family recipe. All the complex, deep bitterness of amaro pairs with sweet notes of citrus for a transporting sensation. Crafted with care from natural botanical extracts and infusions in northeastern Italy. Sip slowly, share freely.

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IL FRIZZANTE

22 EUR

Our take on Italian spritz — a sparkling and pleasantly bitter alcohol-free cocktail. Set of 6 bottles.

Il Frizzante is made from natural botanical extracts and infusions in northeastern Italy. Fresh, effervescent and aromatic, with bright notes of bitter orange, ginger, rhubarb and cherry.

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IESSI THINGS

iessi t-shirt

35 EUR

The ultimate iessi t-shirt. A screen-printed celebration of the cities we call home: Paris, Marseille, Milano, and of course, Trieste—where it all began.

Classic iessi red on cream. Crafted from high-density cotton jersey with 30/2 yarn for a sturdy feel wash after wash. Made for us in a limited edition by our talented friends at Dre Projet.

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Gift Cards

25 EUR

Our gift cards are riso-printed in Paris, and finished with a handwritten note (by us) on the back.

We’ll send the voucher via La Poste, and email a digital version, too.

Available all over the E.U.

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iessi Tote bag

20 EUR

The only tote you’ll ever need. Our iconic bags are as functional as they are stylish. Made from durable 310g natural canvas, perfect for carrying a 6-pack of Frizzante and snacks.

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SOMETIMES, ALWAYS, WHENEVER

IESSI COCKTAILS

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In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle one sliced fresh jalapeno with a handful of mint leaves. Measure in 60ml of L’Aperitivo, 15ml of fresh lime juice, and plenty of ice. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Fine strain into a highball glass, fill with ice, then top with ginger beer. Garnish with a mint leaf and a slice of jalapeño.

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In a mixing glass, add 60ml of L’Aperitivo, 45ml of Earl Grey tea,* a teaspoon of olive brine and a dash of Angostura bitters (optional). Fill with ice and stir gently until chilled. Strain over ice in a tumbler glass and garnish with an olive. (*Steep two Earl Grey tea bags in half a cup of hot water for five minutes and wait until cool.)

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Half-rim a cocktail glass with sumac. In a cocktail shaker, mix 60ml of L’Aperitivo, 60 ml of pomegranate juice, a half-teaspoon of orange blossom water, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and one sprig of dill. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Fine strain and garnish with fresh dill.

Press

Notre nouveau cocktail préféré !

L'apéritif sans alcool iessi propose une amertume bien arrondie, sucrée juste comme il faut... En plus d'être trop belles, les petites bouteilles de iessi offrent la gorgée parfaite.

Inspired by Maiarelli’s nonna’s recipe, this tasty tipple boasts the bitterness of an Italian amaro and is packed full of botanical extracts.

Après le repas, envie d'un digestif ? ... L'Aperitivo d'iessi est une version sans alcool de l'amaro, aux parfums d'orange amère et de gingembre. Il se boit avec des glaçons ou en cocktail, et vous pourriez en oublier que vous buvez un soft.

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