She’s zesty, boozy, and knows how to work a shaker. This citrusy winter cocktail blends juicy mandarin with bourbon, Aperol and soda for a smash that’s all kinds of refreshing.
1 mandarin (peeled)
1 tsp white sugar
15ml lemon juice
25ml Aperol
25ml bourbon
Ice
Soda water (to top)
Garnish: mandarin segments + fresh mint
1
Pop your mandarin into a glass or cocktail shaker, and sprinkle over the sugar.
2
Muddle it all together until juicy and fragrant.
3
Add lemon juice, Aperol, and bourbon.
4
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, pour in the mixture, and give it a solid shake.
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