Cooking Lesson #1069: Part Time Lover’s Cocktail

…from the Perspectives’ Happy Hour Bar

Today’s delightful cocktail combines the flavors of tequila, elderflower, and Aperol, creating a refreshing and sophisticated beverage that’s perfect for parties, casual gatherings, or a cozy night in.
 
The blend of tequila and elderflower liqueur adds a floral note, while the Aperol brings a touch of bitterness and a beautiful red hue. With the addition of fresh lemon juice and a couple of dashes of Angostura bitters, this cocktail achieves a perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
 
Whether you’re sipping it on a sunny or starry summer patio or enjoying it by the Christmas fireplace, my Part Time Lover’s Cocktail is sure to become a new favorite in your cocktail repertoire.
 
Prep time:  5 minutes
Yield:  1 cocktail
 
Ingredients 
1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila
3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 ounce elderflower liqueur (I prefer St. Germain)
1/2 ounce Aperol
2 dashes Angostura bitters
1 lemon peel, for garnish
 
Directions

1. Place an old-fashioned glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes to frost.
2. Place all of the beverage ingredients in a chilled cocktail shaker.
3. Fill the shaker halfway with ice, seal and shake it like you mean it until the outside of the shaker is very frosty, about 30 seconds.
4. Strain into the chilled old-fashioned glass.
5. Garnish with a lemon peel, if desired.

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ChefSecret:  Aperol is an Italian bitter apéritif made with gentian, rhubarb, and cinchona, among other ingredients. It has a clear orange hue. Its name comes from apero, a French slang word for 'apéritif'.

Quip of the Day:  Did you hear about National Tequila Day? Many weren’t gonna celebrate, but then they thought they’d give it a shot.
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