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Paper Plane
Bright and balanced with just a kiss of bitterness from the Amaro and Aperol® liqueurs, this elegant riff on the whisky sour sails to delicious, new heights. The Paper Plane cocktail may get its name from its remarkable balance – like a paper airplane that has been folded just right. The slightly bitter, lower-proof Aperol® liqueur brightens things up, bringing touches of citrus and the signature Maker's caramel notes forward.
- Intermediate
- 3-5 minutes
- Citrus
ingredients and how to craft
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1
Maker’s Mark®KentuckyStraightBourbon
- 1 Aperol® liqueur
- 1 Amaro Nonino® Quintessentia liqueur
- 1 fresh lemon juice
- Lemon zest or twist for garnish
How to craft
STEP 1: MIX ALL INGREDIENTS
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
STEP 2: SHAKE IT ALL UP
Shake for 15 to 20 seconds.
STEP 3: STRAIN CAREFULLY
Double strain into a coupe glass.
STEP 4: AROMATIZE WITH CITRUS
Garnish with lemon zest or a twist.
Complete your cocktail with
TIPS FOR A GREAT
Paper Plane
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Penicillin
A bit like a “cold toddy,” the Penicillin cocktail brings together the comforting flavors of lemon and honey, a touch of smoke from scotch, a zing of ginger and, of course, Maker’s Mark. A tale of two whiskies, the Penicillin cocktail opens with aromas of smoke and peat and then gives way to a balanced sweetness and a pop of spice. Maker’s, Scotch, ginger, honey and lemon recall the flavors of warm drinks, but in this case, are best served on the rocks.
- Advanced
- 5-7 minutes
- Citrus
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Rosemary Maple Sour
The Rosemary Maple Sour brings a sweet sprig of innovation to a cocktail classic. The delicious bounty of the outdoors meets the one-of-a-kind Maker’s Mark. Bursting with flavor, this sour is rounded out with fresh rosemary and maple syrup.
- Easy
- 3-5 minutes
- Sweet
- Light & Bright
New York Sour
Don’t let the name fool you! The New York Sour may sound like an East Coast classic, but its roots likely trace back to Chicago. Over time, it’s picked up more than a few nicknames — Continental Sour, Claret Snap, even Southern Whisky Sour — all hinting at its ability to charm just about anyone, anywhere. With a bold bourbon base and a dramatic float of red wine, the New York Sour is as eye-catching as it is delicious, and it’s easier to make than it looks.
- Intermediate
- 3-5 minutes
- Citrus
- SMOOTH FINISH
Maker’s Mark® Kentucky Straight Bourbon
This one changed the way we think of bourbon, all because one man changed the way he thought about making it. Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker's Mark is made with soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon. To ensure consistency, we rotate every barrel by hand and age our bourbon to taste, not time. Each and every bottle of Maker's is still hand-dipped in our signature red wax at our distillery in Loretto, KY., just like Bill, Sr. would have wanted.
