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Paper Lantern
Whiskey, apricot, and a whisper of smoke.
1 drink5 minutesChilled coupe
01 · What you need
Ingredients
- 1½ oz rye whiskeyRye Whiskey
- ¾ oz apricot liqueurApricot Liqueur
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juiceFresh Citrus Juice
- ¼ oz honey syrupHoney Syrup
- 2 dashes aromatic bittersAromatic Bitters
- IceIce
02 · Make it
Method
- 01
Add the measured ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- 02
Shake for 10–12 seconds until the tin is cold.
- 03
Strain into the prepared glass.
- 04
Garnish and serve immediately.
Happiest note
Use a dry, spicy rye so the apricot stays lifted rather than syrupy.
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