Thirsty Thursday Cocktails – Episode 23 – The Perfect Paper Plane!

Step into the world of modern cocktail classics with The Amazing Four Roses Paper Plane! ✈️ This iconic drink, named after the M.I.A. song that inspired its creation by bartender Sam Ross in 2007, is a masterclass in balance and simplicity. We’re showing you how to craft the perfect version using Four Roses Single Barrel OESO and the quintessential Amaro Nonino Quintessentia.

Who Needs to Try This Cocktail?

The Paper Plane is a sophisticated yet approachable crowd-pleaser. It’s ideal for bourbon enthusiasts exploring new cocktails, curious drinkers eager to try amaros, and anyone who appreciates a perfectly balanced drink—neither too sweet, sour, nor bitter.

Ready to master this modern classic? Hit play and let’s make some magic!

Why This Paper Plane Flies High

This cocktail’s exquisite flavor comes from its perfectly proportioned “equal parts” recipe, creating a harmonious blend that’s refreshing, complex, and delightfully balanced. Four Roses OESO bourbon builds a crucial foundation with sweet vanilla, ripe fruit, and a pleasant rye spice. Amaro Nonino adds balanced bitterness, bright citrus, and nuanced herbal notes, elevating the drink’s sophistication. Together, they create an incredibly approachable Paper Plane with a slightly sweeter, fruitier, and more delicate profile.

Taste & Aroma: A Sensory Journey

Prepare for an incredible sensory experience! The aroma offers a symphony of bright lemon and orange, underscored by vanilla, caramel, baking spices, and refined herbaceous hints. The first sip delivers a vibrant burst of lemon sourness and orange sweetness, transitioning smoothly into a sophisticated, integrated bitterness. The mid-palate reveals the bourbon’s rich vanilla, fruit, and spice, leading to a long, clean, and satisfyingly bittersweet finish with lingering herbal notes.

What you will need:

• Four Roses Single Barrel OESO
• Aperol
• Amaro Nonino Quintessentia (essential for authenticity!)
• Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice

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