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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 min
Citrus

ingredients and how to craft

1 Maker's Mark Cask Strength Bourbon
1 Aperol® liqueur
1 Amaro Nonino® Quintessentia liqueur
1 Fresh Lemon Juice

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.

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