Liqueurs

The Dragon Fruit Margarita

About The Dragon Fruit Margarita

The Dragon Fruit Margarita is a bold and vibrant twist on the classic margarita, blending the tangy brightness of fresh lime juice with the tropical sweetness of dragon fruit—either puréed or infused—paired with tequila and a touch of orange liqueur. Its vivid pink hue and exotic flavor profile make it as eye-catching as it is refreshing. Often served over ice and finished with a salted or chili-lime rim, this modern margarita variation brings a splash of tropical flair to any occasion, perfect for summer sipping or adding a colorful highlight to cocktail menus.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz. Tequila

  • 1 oz. Triple Sec

  • ½ oz. Lime Juice

  • 2 oz. Dragon Fruit Juice

  • 1 Cup of Ice

  • Salt (for rim of glass)

  • Dragonfruit for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       3.5 Stars

  • Served:      Frozen

  • Strength:    Medium

  • Difficulty:    Simple

  • Flavor:        Plain

Method:

To make juice, hollow out two red dragon fruit and place fruit into blender. Blend on high for 30-60 seconds. Strain through fine mesh strainer and discard solids.

Blend all ingredients with ice until well mixed. Strain into margarita glass rimmed with salt.

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The Dragon Fruit Margarita is garnished with a striking slice of dried dragon fruit from Bar Necessities Co., adding vibrant color and a touch of tropical elegance. Explore their full line of premium garnishes at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Missionary's Downfall

About The Missionary's Downfall

The Missionary’s Downfall is a lush, garden-fresh tiki cocktail that blends tropical fruit with cooling herbs for a uniquely refreshing experience. This vintage classic combines mint leaves, light gold rum, peach schnapps, honey syrup, pineapple juice, and fresh lime juice, resulting in a smooth, slightly sweet drink with vibrant herbal and stone fruit notes. Blended or shaken and served over crushed ice, it’s a low-proof, flavor-packed cocktail that showcases the softer side of tiki; bright, breezy, and impossibly easy to sip.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ oz. Light Gold Rum

  • ½ oz. Peach Schnapps

  • 1⁄3 oz. Honey Syrup

  • ½ oz. Pineapple Juice

  • ½ oz. Lime Juice

  • 13 Mint Leaves

  • Mint and Pineapple for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:   Strong

  • Difficulty:  Medium

  • Flavor:       Sweet

Method:

Add all ingredients into a blender with 3/4 cup of ice and blend for about 20 seconds. Pour into a Collins glass and garnish with mint and pineapple.

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The Missionary’s Downfall is beautifully elevated with a vibrant dried pineapple garnish from Bar Necessities Co., lending an inviting tropical aroma and stunning visual detail. Discover their artisan garnish collection at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Jungle Bird

About The Jungle Bird

The Jungle Bird is a tropical cocktail with a sophisticated twist, blending the richness of black rum with the bold bitterness of Campari. Balanced by pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, and a touch of demerara syrup, this drink offers a unique harmony of sweet, bitter, and tart flavors. Originally created in the 1970s at the Kuala Lumpur Hilton, the Jungle Bird stands out in the tiki world for its use of a bitter aperitif, giving it depth and complexity beneath its fruity surface. Served over ice and garnished with tropical flair, it’s a modern classic that delights both adventurous palates and tiki lovers alike.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ oz. Dark Rum

  • ¾ oz. Campari

  • 1½ oz. Pineapple Juice

  • ½ oz. Lime Juice

  • ½ oz. Demerara Syrup

  • 1 Pineapple Piece for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4 Stars

  • Served:      On the Rocks

  • Strength:   Strong

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Sweet yet Bitter

Method:

Shake with ice and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.

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This Jungle Bird is elegantly finished with a premium dried pineapple garnish from Bar Necessities Co., adding a sweet, tropical touch and beautiful visual appeal. Check out their full garnish collection at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Chartreuse Swizzle

About The Chartreuse Swizzle

The Chartreuse Swizzle is a vibrant, tropical-meets-herbal cocktail that delivers bold complexity in a refreshingly cool format. Built with Green Chartreuse (or a similar herbal liqueur), falernum, pineapple juice, and fresh lime juice, this swizzle-style drink balances intense botanical notes with sweet spice and bright citrus. Served over crushed ice in a tall glass and gently swizzled until frosty, the result is a layered, invigorating cocktail that’s as visually striking as it is flavor-packed; perfect for warm-weather sipping or impressing with tiki elegance.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ oz. Green Chartreuse

  • ½ oz. Falernum

  • 1½ oz. Pineapple Juice

  • ¾ oz. Fresh Lime Juice

  • Pineapple Wedge, Grated Nutmeg, Cherry for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4 Stars

  • Served:      Crushed Ice

  • Strength:   Medium

  • Difficulty:  Medium

  • Flavor:       Sweet

Method:

Fill a Collins glass with crushed ice about halfway and add ingredients. Swizzle glass and add more ice. Garnish accordingly.

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This Chartreuse Swizzle is elegantly finished with a premium dried pineapple garnish from Bar Necessities Co., adding a sweet, tropical touch and beautiful visual appeal. Check out their full garnish collection at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Remember the Maine

About The Remember the Maine

The Remember the Maine cocktail is a richly complex, Prohibition-era classic that blends the bold character of rye whiskey with the herbal depth of sweet vermouth, a touch of cherry liqueur (typically Cherry Heering), and a whisper of absinthe. Named after the rallying cry tied to the sinking of the USS Maine in 1898, this cocktail balances sweetness, spice, and subtle bitterness with a smoky, aromatic edge. Traditionally stirred and served up in a chilled coupe, Remember the Maine is a moody, sophisticated sipper that evokes intrigue and history with every pour.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Rye Whiskey

  • 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth

  • ½ oz. Cherry Brandy Luxardo

  • Rinse Absinthe

  • Brandied Cherry for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.0 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:  Strong

  • Difficulty: Medium

  • Flavor:       Spirit Forward

Method:

Coat coupe glass with absinthe. In a mixing glass, add other ingredients with ice, stir until chilled, and strain into coupe glass.

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The Rabo de Dalo

About The Rabo de Galo

The Rabo de Galo is a bold and uniquely Brazilian cocktail that blends the richness of cachaça with the bitter complexity of red vermouth or amaro, depending on the regional variation. Translating to “rooster’s tail,” this drink emerged in the 1950s as a local adaptation of the classic Manhattan, tailored to Brazilian palates and ingredients. Earthy, herbaceous, and slightly sweet with a dry finish, the Rabo de Galo is typically stirred and served over ice, often in a lowball glass. It's a true symbol of Brazilian bar culture—unpretentious, flavorful, and deeply rooted in national identity.

Ingredients:

  • 1¾ oz. Cachaça

  • 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth

  • ½ oz. Cynar

  • Garnish with Lemon or Lime Twist/Wedge/Slice

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.0 Stars

  • Served:      On the Rocks

  • Strength:   Strong

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Spirit Forward

Method:

Build all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled. Strain into rocks glass with ice.

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This Rabo de Galo recipe is finished with a beautifully aromatic dried lemon wheel from Bar Necessities Co., adding a subtle citrus edge and striking visual appeal. Explore their premium garnish collection at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Garibaldi

About The Garibaldi

The Garibaldi cocktail is a refreshing, minimalist Italian classic that captures the essence of simplicity and balance. Made with just two ingredients; freshly squeezed orange juice and Campari, it celebrates the bittersweet complexity of the iconic aperitivo while softening it with the natural sweetness and frothy texture of aerated orange juice. Traditionally served over ice in a highball glass, the Garibaldi is both vibrant and sessionable, making it a perfect daytime sipper or brunch companion. Named after the Italian national hero Giuseppe Garibaldi, the cocktail symbolizes unity through its use of Northern Italy’s Campari and Southern Italy’s oranges.

Ingredients:

  • 1½ oz. Campari

  • 4 oz. Orange Juice

  • Orange Wheel for Garnish

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.0 Stars

  • Served:      On the Rocks

  • Strength:   Light

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Bitter Orange

Method:

Build all ingredients in a highball glass filled with ice.

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This Garibaldi cocktail is topped with a stunning dried orange wheel from Bar Necessities Co.—bringing visual flair and citrus aroma to every pour. Visit them at https://www.barnecessities.co/.

 

The Smoked Chocolate Chili Mocha

The Smoked Chocolate Chili Mocha

The Smoked Chocolate Chili Mocha is a luxurious and bold hot cocktail that combines the richness of chocolate, the warmth of chili, and the smokiness of bourbon. This indulgent beverage is a treat for the senses, offering a perfect balance of sweetness, heat, and depth of flavor. It's an ideal choice for those who appreciate a touch of sophistication and a hint of adventure in their hot cocktails.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz bourbon

  • 1 oz chocolate liqueur

  • 1/2 oz chili-infused simple syrup

  • 1/2 oz smoked cinnamon syrup

  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee

  • Whipped cream for garnish

  • Grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder for garnish

Chili-Infused Simple Syrup:

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1-2 chili peppers (sliced, seeds removed)

Smoked Cinnamon Syrup:

  • Smoked Cinnamon Syrup:

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2-3 cinnamon sticks

  • Wood chips for smoking (e.g., applewood or hickory)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.5 Stars

  • Served:      Hot

  • Strength:   Light

  • Difficulty:  Complex

  • Flavor:       Peppermint

Method:

In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and sliced chili peppers. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the syrup to infuse with chili flavor. Remove from heat, let it cool, and strain out the chili slices.

In a separate saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Once sugar is dissolved, add wood chips to a smoking gun or smoker and smoke the syrup. Let it sit covered for a few minutes to infuse the smoky flavor. Strain out the cinnamon sticks.

Prepare a cup of hot brewed coffee using your preferred method. In a heat-resistant glass or mug, combine bourbon, chocolate liqueur, chili-infused simple syrup, and smoked cinnamon syrup. Pour the hot brewed coffee over the bourbon-chocolate mixture. Stir well to combine.

Top the cocktail with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with grated dark chocolate or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

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The Smoky Maple Bacon Bourbon Cocoa

The Smoky Maple Bacon Bourbon Cocoa

The Smoky Maple Bacon Bourbon Cocoa is a luxurious and flavor-packed hot cocktail that combines the rich notes of chocolate, the warmth of bourbon, the sweetness of maple, and the savory essence of bacon. This indulgent beverage is a treat for those who appreciate a delightful interplay of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors in their hot drinks.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz bourbon

  • 1 oz chocolate liqueur

  • 1/2 oz pure maple syrup

  • 1/2 oz smoked bacon-infused simple syrup

  • 1 cup hot milk (whole milk or a milk alternative)

  • Whipped cream for garnish

  • Crispy bacon bits for garnish

Smoked Bacon-Infused Simple Syrup:

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 4-5 strips of cooked bacon

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.0 Stars

  • Served:      Hot

  • Strength:   Light

  • Difficulty:  Complex

  • Flavor:       Rich

Method:

In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cooked bacon strips. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the syrup to infuse with the smoky bacon flavor. Remove from heat, let it cool, and strain out the bacon bits.

Heat the milk in a saucepan or using a steam wand until hot but not boiling. In a heat-resistant glass or mug, combine bourbon, chocolate liqueur, pure maple syrup, and smoked bacon-infused simple syrup. Pour the hot milk over the bourbon-chocolate mixture. Stir well to combine.

Top the cocktail with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle crispy bacon bits over the top.

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The Cardamom Chai White Russian

The Cardamom Chai White Russian

The Cardamom Chai White Russian is a modern and aromatic twist on the classic White Russian cocktail, infusing it with the exotic flavors of cardamom and spiced chai. This hot cocktail combines the rich and velvety elements of the traditional White Russian with the warmth of chai tea, creating a cozy and indulgent drink that's perfect for chilly evenings.

  • Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chai tea (strongly brewed and cooled)

  • 1/2 cup vodka

  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

  • 2 tablespoons cardamom syrup (homemade or store-bought)

  • Ice (optional, for serving)

Cardamom Syrup:

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 8-10 cardamom pods, lightly crushed

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4 Stars

  • Served:      Hot

  • Strength:   Light

  • Difficulty:  Complex

  • Flavor:       Rich

Method:

In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and crushed cardamom pods. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to infuse flavors. Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain out cardamom pods, and store the syrup in a sealed container.

Brew a strong cup of chai tea and let it cool to room temperature. You can use chai tea bags or loose-leaf tea, depending on your preference. nIn a shaker, combine the cooled chai tea, vodka, coffee liqueur, and cardamom syrup. Shake well to combine. If serving hot, warm your glass by running it under hot water. If serving cold, fill the glass with ice. Pour the shaken mixture over ice or into the warmed glass. Slowly pour the heavy cream over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.

Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cardamom or a cinnamon stick. Stir before sipping to combine the flavors.

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The Berry Bomb

About The Berry Bomb

The Berry Bomb is a fruity and refreshing bomb shot that blends the flavors of berry-infused vodka, blue curaçao, and a splash of cranberry juice.

  • Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz Berry-Infused Vodka

  • 1/2 oz Blue Curaçao

  • Splash of Cranberry Juice

  • Glass of Lemon-Lime Soda

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating: 4.0 Stars

  • Served: Neat

  • Strength: Mild

  • Difficulty: Simple

  • Flavor: Sweet

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1/2 ounce of berry-infused vodka. The berry-infused vodka brings a burst of berry flavors to the shot. Add 1/2 ounce of blue curaçao to the shot glass. Blue curaçao adds a vibrant blue color and a citrusy, orange flavor to the mix. Finish with a splash of cranberry juice. The cranberry juice adds a touch of tartness and complements the overall fruity profile. Drop the shot glass into a larger glass containing a lemon-lime soda.

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The Detto Bomb

About The Detto Bomb

The Detto Bomb is a creative and vibrant bomb shot that combines the citrusy notes of orange liqueur with the smoothness of vanilla vodka, all topped with the effervescence of lemon-lime soda. Here's a simple recipe for the Detto Bomb:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz Vanilla Vodka

  • 1/2 oz Triple Sec (orange liqueur)

  • Lemon-Lime Soda (Sprite or 7UP)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating: 4.0 Stars

  • Served: Neat

  • Strength: Mild

  • Difficulty: Simple

  • Flavor: Sweet

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1/2 ounce of vanilla vodka. The vanilla vodka adds a subtle sweetness and smoothness to the shot. Add 1/2 ounce of triple sec (orange liqueur) to the shot glass. The triple sec brings citrusy and orange flavors to the mix. Fill a larger glass with lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP). The shot glass is then dropped into the larger glass, and the combined drink is consumed quickly.

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The Smurf Bomb

About The Smurf Bomb

The Smurf Bomb is a playful and colorful bomb shot known for its vibrant appearance and fruity taste. This cocktail typically combines blue-colored ingredients to create a visually striking drink. Here's a simple recipe for the Smurf Bomb:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz Blue Curacao

  • 1/2 oz Coconut Rum

  • 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice

  • Sprite or Lemon-Lime Soda (for the bomb shot)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating: 4.5 Stars

  • Served: Neat

  • Strength: Mild

  • Difficulty: Simple

  • Flavor: Sweet

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1/2 ounce of Blue Curacao. Add 1/2 ounce of Coconut Rum to the shot glass. Follow with 1/2 ounce of Pineapple Juice. Fill a larger glass with Sprite or another lemon-lime soda. As with other bomb shots, the shot glass is dropped into the larger glass, and the combined drink is consumed quickly.

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The Vegas Bomb

About The Vegas Bomb

The Vegas Bomb is a popular mixed drink that's often enjoyed as a bomb shot, where a shot glass is dropped into a larger glass containing the mix. It's known for its sweet and fruity flavor profile. While variations may exist, the classic Vegas Bomb recipe typically includes the following ingredients:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz Crown Royal Canadian whisky

  • 1/2 oz Peach Schnapps

  • 1/2 oz Cranberry juice

  • Red Bull energy drink (for the bomb shot)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating: 4 Stars

  • Served: Neat

  • Strength: Mild

  • Difficulty: Simple

  • Flavor: Sweet

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1/2 ounce of Crown Royal Canadian whisky. Add 1/2 ounce of Peach Schnapps to the shot glass. Follow with 1/2 ounce of cranberry juice. Fill a larger glass with Red Bull energy drink. The Vegas Bomb is typically served as a bomb shot, so the shot glass is dropped into the larger glass, and the combined drink is consumed quickly.

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The Lagoon Bomb

About The Lagoon Bomb

The Lagoon Bomb Depth Charge is a vibrant and visually appealing cocktail that combines tropical flavors with an exciting presentation. This depth charge features blue curaçao, coconut rum, and pineapple juice, creating a lagoon-like experience. Here's the recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 oz Blue Curaçao

  • 1/2 oz Coconut Rum

  • 3 oz Pineapple Juice

  • Lemon-Lime Soda (Sprite or 7UP)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating: 4 Stars

  • Served: Neat

  • Strength: Mild

  • Difficulty: Simple

  • Flavor: Tropical

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1/2 ounce of blue curaçao. Add 1/2 ounce of coconut rum to the shot glass. Fill a larger glass (such as a pint glass) with 3 ounces of pineapple juice. Leave some space at the top. Carefully drop the shot glass into the larger glass, ensuring it is submerged into the pineapple juice. Top off the glass with lemon-lime soda (Sprite or 7UP). Allow enough space for the shot glass.

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The Buca Bomb

About The Buca Bomb

The Buca Bomb Depth Charge is a lively and flavorful cocktail that combines the rich flavor of Sambuca with the notable flavor of Smirnoff Ice. Here's the recipe for this delightful depth charge:

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Sambuca

  • Smirnoff Ice (chilled)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       4.0 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:  Medium

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Straightforward

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1 ounce of Sambuca. Fill a larger glass (such as a pint glass) with a chilled Smirnoff Ice, leaving some space at the top. Carefully drop the shot glass with Sambuca into the larger glass, ensuring it is submerged into the Smirnoff Ice. Consume the drink quickly, ideally using a straw or by tilting the glass to allow the Sambuca to mix with the Smirnoff Ice.

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The Skittle Bomb

About The Skittle Bomb

The Skittle Bomb Depth Charge is a colorful and flavorful Depth Charge that emulates the fruity sweetness of Skittles. Here's the recipe for this vibrant and playful depth charge:

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Cointreau

  • Red Bull (chilled)

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       3.5 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:  Medium

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Straightforward

Method:

In a shot glass, pour 1 ounce of Cointreau. Fill a larger glass (such as a pint glass) with chilled Red Bull, leaving some space at the top. Carefully drop the shot glass with Cointreau into the larger glass, ensuring it is submerged into the Red Bull. Consume the drink quickly, ideally using a straw or by tilting the glass to allow the Cointreau to mix with the Red Bull.

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The Spicy Fifty

About The Spicy Fifty

The Spicy Fifty is a modern and bold cocktail that adds a spicy twist to the classic French 75. This refreshing and effervescent drink combines gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a kick of jalapeño for a delightful mix of floral, citrusy, and spicy flavors. The Spicy Fifty offers a contemporary take on the timeless elegance of the French 75, making it a dynamic and flavorful cocktail.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz Gin

  • 3/4 oz Elderflower Liqueur (such as St-Germain)

  • 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice

  • 1/2 oz Simple Syrup

  • 1-2 slices Jalapeño (adjust to spice preference)

  • Sparkling Wine (to top up)

  • Jalapeño slice or lemon twist

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       3.5 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:   Medium

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Spicy

Method:

In a shaker, muddle 1-2 slices of jalapeño (adjust based on spice preference). Add gin, elderflower liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Fill the shaker with ice and shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to infuse the spiciness. Strain the contents into a chilled flute or coupe glass. Top up with sparkling wine. Garnish with a jalapeño slice or a lemon twist.

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The Paper Plane

About The Paper Plane

The Paper Plane is a modern and well-balanced cocktail that gained popularity in the early 21st century. Created by bartender Sam Ross, this drink is known for its equal parts formula, combining bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The Paper Plane offers a harmonious blend of sweet, bitter, and citrusy notes, making it an approachable and versatile cocktail for various palates.

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 oz Bourbon

  • 3/4 oz Aperol

  • 3/4 oz Amaro Nonino

  • 3/4 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice

  • Lemon twist

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       3.5 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:   Medium

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Bitter

Method:

In a shaker, combine bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture. Strain the contents into a chilled coupe or rocks glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.

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The Illegal

About The Illegal

The Illegal is a bold and smoky cocktail that pays homage to the robust flavors of mezcal, a distilled agave spirit with distinctive smoky undertones. This cocktail combines the earthy and smoky notes of mezcal with the richness of Averna, an amaro with herbal and citrusy characteristics. The Illegal is a complex and intriguing drink that caters to those with an appreciation for adventurous and avant-garde cocktails.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 oz Mezcal

  • 3/4 oz Averna

  • 1/2 oz Maraschino Liqueur

  • 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice

  • 1/4 oz Agave Nectar

  • Lime wheel or twist

Cocktail Profile

  • Rating:       3.5 Stars

  • Served:      Neat

  • Strength:   Medium

  • Difficulty:  Simple

  • Flavor:       Bitter

Method:

In a shaker, combine mezcal, Averna, maraschino liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar. Fill the shaker with ice and shake the ingredients vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture. Strain the contents into a chilled coupe or rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel or twist.

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