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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® Kentucky Straight Bourbon
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.

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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.

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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.