Paper Plane
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Bourbon whiskey — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Aperol — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Amaro Nonino — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Serve without garnish, or with a light lemon twist.
Description: An equal-parts modern classic that balances bourbon against two Italian liqueurs and fresh lemon — bittersweet and citrus-forward at once.
Cultural Background: Created by bartender Sam Ross (also behind the Penicillin) in 2007 or 2008, named after the M.I.A. song playing in the bar at the time.
Tips: Equal parts makes this drink easy to remember and easy to scale for batches.
Variations: If Amaro Nonino isn't available, another approachable, citrusy amaro can substitute, though the flavor will shift.
Serving Suggestion: Serve well chilled, up, as a balanced aperitif-style cocktail.
Nutrition: Approx. 155 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: What's Amaro Nonino?
A: An Italian herbal liqueur with grape-brandy base notes, less bitter than Campari-style amari.
- Bourbon whiskey — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Aperol — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Amaro Nonino — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
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