Italian Sunset Cocktail

This Italian Sunset Cocktail is a delightful spin on the classic Paper Plane and Last Word cocktails. It features the complex flavors of bourbon whiskey, Cappelletti Aperitivo, Green Chartreuse, and zesty lemon juice. This vibrant and tangy cocktail is perfectly balanced, making it an ideal choice for a refreshing evening indulgence.

Italian Sunset Cocktail

A delightful spin on the classic Paper Plane and Last Word cocktails, the Italian Sunset Cocktail is a vibrant and tangy drink featuring bourbon whiskey, Cappelletti Aperitivo, Green Chartreuse, and zesty lemon juice.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz bourbon whiskey
  • 1 oz Cappelletti
  • 1 oz Green Chartreuse
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • Ice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail mixing glass or shaker, combine the bourbon whiskey, Cappelletti, Green Chartreuse, and lemon juice.
  2. Add 2 handfuls of ice to the glass.
  3. Stir the mixture until it is thoroughly chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into an ice-filled lowball glass.
  5. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, if desired.