Guides
Where to go for a drink in Valencia and what's in your glass.
Spritz in Valencia
Ancestral Spritzeria is a spritz bar in Algirós, Valencia: a Mediterranean spot for aperitivo, with a menu built around the spritz and local produce.
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Aperitivo in Valencia
Aperitivo is the Italian habit of meeting before dinner for a light drink and a bite to eat. At Ancestral Spritzeria we do it the Mediterranean way, in Algirós.
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After-work drinks in Valencia
Finished work or class and want a drink? Ancestral Spritzeria is in Algirós, near the university area, and opens at 5pm.
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Agua de Valencia
Agua de Valencia is the city's own cocktail: orange, cava and spirits, fresh and stronger than it tastes.
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Birthdays and groups
A birthday, a get-together or a small event? Tell us what you have in mind and we'll see how to set it up at Ancestral.
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Frequently asked questions
What people ask us most before they come.
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What is a spritz?
The spritz is northern Italy's favourite aperitivo: bubbles, a bitter aperitivo and a splash of soda, served over plenty of ice. Fresh, light and perfect to start the evening.
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Aperol, Campari or Select
All three are Italian bitter aperitivos and all three make a great spritz — but they're less alike than you'd think. Here's the difference.
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