Aperitivo Bianco Recipe

Inspired by Via Carota

Time12m

Serves1

Make Aperitivo Bianco Recipe in just 12m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a coupe or martini glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to ensure it stays cold.
2
Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the dry gin (1.5 oz), white vermouth (1.0 oz), elderflower liqueur (0.5 oz), fresh lemon juice (0.5 oz), and simple syrup (0.25 oz).
3
Add ice and shake
Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup). Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until the shaker is very cold to the touch and the outside is frosted.
4
Fine-strain
Empty the chilled glass of any ice or water. Double-strain the contents of the shaker into the chilled coupe or a rocks glass filled with fresh ice using a Hawthorne and a fine mesh strainer to remove small ice shards and pulp.
5
Top (optional)
If you prefer a lighter, more spritz-like aperitivo, top with 1.5 oz chilled dry sparkling wine or with 1.5 oz chilled soda water. Gently stir once with a bar spoon to integrate.

6
Express the lemon twist over the surface of the drink by holding the twist with the exterior (zest) facing down and giving it a quick squeeze so the oils spray onto the drink, then rub the rim of the glass with the twist and place it on the rim or float it on top.
7
Gently slap the mint sprig between your palms to release the aroma and lay it on top of the drink as a garnish without muddling—this preserves the fresh aromatic lift of the aperitivo.