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Paper Plane cocktail

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Paper Plane

A modern classic with balanced bitterness and citrusy tartness.

Difficulty
Easy
Strength
Medium
Origin
United States

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Add Bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and Lemon Juice into a Cocktail Shaker with ice.
  2. Shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a chilled Coupe Glass.

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About the Paper Plane

The Paper Plane is a contemporary cocktail created by Sam Ross in 2008. Its perfect balance of bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and lemon juice offers a bitter yet refreshing profile, making it a sophisticated choice for any occasion. Named after the M.I.A. song, it has quickly become a favorite among bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts alike.

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How this compares

  • Boulevardier

    A bourbon-based cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, offering a richer and more spirit-forward bitterness compared to the lighter Paper Plane.

  • Last Word

    A gin-based cocktail with green Chartreuse and maraschino liqueur, providing a more herbal and tart alternative to the Paper Plane.

  • Whiskey Sour

    A classic bourbon cocktail with lemon juice and sugar, focusing on a simpler and less bitter tartness compared to the Paper Plane.

  • Negroni

    A gin cocktail with Campari and sweet vermouth, offering a more robust and herbal bitterness compared to the Paper Plane's citrusy profile.

  • Naked and Famous

    A mezcal cocktail with Aperol, yellow Chartreuse, and lime juice, providing a smoky and slightly more complex bitter profile.

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