I like an Aperol spritz for it’s speed, simplicity, and the sociability of a longer shared drink, but when I have the time to make it and am in the mood for a cocktail, I’d rather drink this Aperol Sour – I think that’s because it is reminiscent of a Negroni, which I adore (you can find a recipe for that on this very blog!). A bit bitter, a bit sweet, but bursting with Orange, this is an exceedingly good way to start a weekend. Snoozing cat optional.
Ingredients – makes 2
90ml gin (any London dry works well)
70ml Aperol
45ml fresh lemon juice
30ml Cointreau
15ml sugar syrup
Plenty of ice
A twist of orange peel
Method
- Fling everything bar the orange zest into a cocktail shaker, wrap it in a tea towel and shake very well.
- Strain into glasses, twist in the orange peel to release the oils, and serve.
