Aperol-Infused Gin Martini with Orange Peel
A bright, citrus-forward twist on the classic with Aperol's herbal notes and a vibrant orange garnish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, Aperol, dry vermouth for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz Aperol
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 1 cube ice
- 1 orange peel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz Aperol, and 0.5 oz dry vermouth into a chilled cocktail shaker with 1 ice cube. Shake firmly for 12 seconds until cold and diluted to a perfect balance.
- Step 2: Strain into a chilled martini glass through a fine strainer to remove any ice shards.
- Step 3: Twist a strip of orange peel over the drink to release essential oils, then drop it into the glass for a fresh aroma.
