The Aperol Sour is a modern reinterpretation of the traditional sour cocktail structure, which typically includes a spirit, citrus, and sugar. Inspired by the global rise in popularity of the Aperol Spritz, bartenders began experimenting with Aperol in new formats beyond sparkling wine. The Aperol Sour gained traction in the 2010s as a creative alternative to more common sours like the Whiskey Sour. It delivers the same frothy citrus kick, but with Aperol’s distinctive bittersweet and herbal flavour, making it both refreshing and complex.

• 50ml Aperol
• 25ml fresh lemon juice
• 15ml sugar syrup
• 20ml egg white or aquafaba (for foam)
• Ice cubes
• Lemon twist or dehydrated orange wheel (for garnish)

Add Aperol, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and egg white (or aquafaba) to a cocktail shaker.

Dry shake (no ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify and create a froth.

Add ice and shake again for another 15 seconds until chilled.

Fine strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.

Garnish with a lemon twist or dehydrated orange wheel.

Sip and enjoy the balance of bitterness, citrus, and creamy texture.