Aperitif Delivery or Pickup

Aperitif is a French term derived from the Latin word "aperire", which means to open. If you aren't familiar with the term, don't worry because it has not yet become commonplace in the United States. Hopefully, this will change over time, as the practice of enjoying an aperitif is quite pleasant. The French typically like to enjoy a long meal, hence things like hors d'oeuvres and aperitifs. In their culture, the aperitif is likely to come long before any food is served, so be prepared. Of course, an aperitif makes the wait much more bearable.

An aperitif is an alcoholic drink that one enjoys before a meal. It's used to stimulate the appetite and prepare your palate and your stomach for the delicious food that is to come. Often, your aperitif will be dry so as not to overwhelm the senses before you eat. However, an aperitif can come in many forms, some stronger than others. Check the Instacart app to find out which aperitifs you'd like to try, and then add them to your cart for convenient delivery in as little as 2 hours!

The practice of taking an aperitif before a meal has been around since the 5th century, but didn't make it across the Atlantic to the U.S. until the 1900s. In fact, the aperitif could be attributed to what some restaurants call happy hour, although at happy hour you can get just about any drink. In contrast, a true aperitif needs to fit certain criteria. This is because an aperitif should be a light beverage that offers a subtle flavor to get your palate ready for a meal.