Paper Plane

Whiskey · Shake · Coupe Glass

Paper Plane Recipe

Paper Plane is a classic whiskey cocktail made with Bourbon Whiskey, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, Fresh Lemon Juice. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.

The Paper Plane is a modern masterpiece of equal-parts cocktails. The bittersweet notes of Aperol and the herbal depth of Amaro Nonino find a perfect balance within the warmth of bourbon, resulting in a light yet complex sip.

Ingredients

  • Bourbon Whiskey 22.5ml
  • Aperol 22.5ml
  • Amaro Nonino 22.5ml
  • Fresh Lemon Juice 22.5ml

Garnish: None

Flavor: Sweet Sour Bitter Citrus

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ingredients in a Paper Plane?

Paper Plane is made with 22.5ml Bourbon Whiskey, 22.5ml Aperol, 22.5ml Amaro Nonino, 22.5ml Fresh Lemon Juice. It is garnished with none.

How do you make a Paper Plane?

Make a Paper Plane using the shake technique and serve it in a Coupe Glass, garnished with none.

What spirit is a Paper Plane made with?

Paper Plane is a whiskey-based cocktail with a medium strength.

What does a Paper Plane taste like?

Bourbon, Aperol, and lemon in equal parts—light yet layered. Key flavors: sweet, sour, bitter, citrus.

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