Cavalier Sunset

Name: Cavalier Sunset
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 3/4 oz aperol; 3/4 oz bourbon; 3/4 oz nonino amaro; 3/4 oz lemon juice; 1/2 oz virginia apple cider; null thin apple slice; null cherry

Sophisticated twist on the Paper Plane for UVA graduates

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

18%*

Calories

160*

Net Carbs

10g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a signature cocktail that is a paper plane riff for a graduation party from the university of Virginia

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Cavalier Sunset is a sophisticated and vibrant twist on the classic Paper Plane, designed to celebrate the achievement of graduating from the University of Virginia. This cocktail combines the original's herbal and citrus notes with a hint of Virginian apple, symbolizing the state's rich history and the bright future of its graduates. Its balanced, yet complex flavor profile is sure to elevate any graduation celebration. Ingredients: - 3/4 oz Aperol - 3/4 oz Bourbon (preferably a Virginia-made bourbon to honor the location) - 3/4 oz Nonino Amaro - 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz Virginia apple cider - A thin apple slice and a cherry for garnish Instructions: 1. Combine the Aperol, bourbon, Nonino Amaro, fresh lemon juice, and Virginia apple cider in a cocktail shaker. 2. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously until well-chilled, about 15 seconds. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Garnish with a thin apple slice and a cherry on a pick, laying them across the rim of the glass to symbolize both education's fruits and new beginnings. Glass: - Coupe The Cavalier Sunset not only pays homage to the university's colors through its vibrant orange hue but also through its name, inspired by the cavalier spirit. It's the perfect toast to new chapters and achieving dreams, making it a memorable addition to any University of Virginia graduation celebration.

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