Paper Plane
A perfectly balanced equal-parts cocktail with bourbon and bitter Italian liqueurs
- 1Measure 0.75 oz each of bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and fresh lemon juice into a cocktail shaker.
- 2Add ice and shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until well chilled.
- 3Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4Serve without garnish to let the flavors speak.
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Created by Sam Ross in 2008 and named after the M.I.A. song. This equal-parts drink showcases how modern bartenders balanced bold amari with American whiskey to create instant classics.
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