Flavor Profile: Floral, citrusy, bitter, elegant Sideways in Reverse is a floral-forward riff on the classic equal parts cocktail — a modern twist for fans of gin and bittersweet liqueurs. It takes the familiar structure of a Paper Plane and flips it: elderflower replaces amaro, gin stands in for whiskey, and the resulting drink feels…
Flavor Profile: Tropical, fruity, citrusy, herbal The Toucan is a sunny, equal-parts tribute to the Yellow Bird — a tropical cocktail often found at cruise ship bars and beachside resorts. But unlike its classic cousin, this riff swaps out Galliano for Yellow Chartreuse and leans into bold banana flavor with a hit of Giffard Banane…
Flavor Profile: Bright, nutty, citrusy, lightly bitter Express & Discard is a modern equal parts cocktail that borrows the bones of a Paper Plane and spins it bourbon-forward. Created by bartender Johan (of @whiskeysugarbitters_com), this drink replaces the amaro with orange curaçao and maraschino liqueur for a brighter, fruitier twist. The name refers to the…
Flavor Profile: Floral, citrusy, aromatic, light The Sunflower is a modern classic from Sam Ross — a floral reimagining of the Corpse Reviver No. 2. Equal parts gin, elderflower, orange liqueur, and lemon juice, it’s finished with a rinse of absinthe to add depth and dimension. It’s one of the most accessible and crowd-pleasing cocktails…
Flavor Profile: Delicate, citrusy, floral, bright The Paper Crane is an original creation inspired by Japanese flavors and origami aesthetics. Built on a base of shochu, it pairs beautifully with yellow Chartreuse, yuzu liqueur, and Preserve liqueur — a delicate mix that evokes citrus blossoms, mountain herbs, and floral elegance. This equal parts cocktail is…
Flavor Profile: Citrus-forward, bold, herbal, smooth Monologue is an adventurous equal parts riff built on bold contrasts. Inspired by the classic Last Word, this cocktail swaps in Jägermeister for Chartreuse and blood orange liqueur for Maraschino, creating something deeper, darker, and entirely new. The result is a drink with a striking citrus base, rounded out…
Flavor Profile: Spicy, tropical, juicy, bold The Dangerous Dove is a high-octane remix of the Paloma with a tiki soul. This equal parts cocktail starts with pineapple-jalapeño infused tequila, then layers on Ancho Reyes for heat, Grand Marnier for richness, and fresh grapefruit juice for bright, zesty bite. It’s tropical, spicy, and just the right…
Flavor Profile: Spicy, citrusy, smoky, bold The Half-Hour Flight is a bold, smoky riff on the Paper Plane. It keeps the equal-parts structure but swaps out Amaro Nonino for Ancho Reyes — a chili liqueur with rich, savory heat. This one hits a little harder. The bourbon brings warmth, Aperol keeps it grounded in bittersweet…
Flavor Profile: Smoky, herbal, citrusy, punchy The Naked & Famous is a modern classic created by Joaquín Simó at NYC’s Death & Co. This bold equal parts cocktail is a smoky, citrusy riff that merges the structure of a Last Word with the punch of a Paper Plane. With mezcal’s signature smoke, Aperol’s bitter-orange lift,…
Flavor Profile: Spicy, smoky, citrusy, bittersweet The Spicy Dead Lady is a bold equal parts cocktail created by Grant Wheeler and featured in Imbibe magazine. It’s a riff on the classic Corpse Reviver No. 2, swapping gin for mezcal and dialing up the heat with chili bitters and falernum. This drink is a flavor bomb…
