Il Sorpasso

by Cultivated by Caryn | November 3, 2026 | Cocktails

This modern craft cocktail was created as an American homage to Italian aperitivo culture, bridging American whiskey culture with a bitter Italian mainstay.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz Aperol
  • 3/4 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 oz soda water
  • Garnish: 1 orange slice

Directions:

Pour all ingredients except the soda water into an ice filled shaker. Shake vigorously and strain into an old fashioned glass. Top with soda water.

Garnish with the orange slice.

Cheers!

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