Caramelized Aperol Sour

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A rich, smooth cocktail balancing Aperol's bitterness with maple syrup and a hint of lemon, finished with a touch of caramelized sugar rim. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Aperol, Maple syrup, Fresh lemon juice 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 220 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rim a chilled coupe glass with caramel sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim, then dipping it into the sugar to create an even coating.
  2. Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 1.5 oz Aperol, 0.75 oz maple syrup, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1 egg white.
  3. Step 3: Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white, then add ice and shake again until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
  4. Step 4: Strain into the prepared glass, ensuring a smooth, frothy texture forms on top, and serve immediately.

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