Paper Plane

Single-malt whisky brings smoky flavor to this cocktail, inspired by a Prohibition-era drink.

Serves
1
Prep
5 minutes

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIEL SEUNG LEE; ART DIRECTION BY KATE BERRY

Published on August 11, 2023

Based on a cocktail popular in Prohibition-era gin joints, the Paper Plane belongs to the family of corpse revivers, created in the 19th century as hangover cures. In this version by Tenmile Distillery, Little Rest American Single Malt Whisky, stands in for the usual bourbon.

Featured in “Our New Favorite Single Malt Whisky Comes From … New York?” by Shane Mitchell.

Ingredients

¾ oz. Amaro Nonino Quintessentia
¾ oz. Faccia Brutto aperitivo
¾ oz. fresh lemon juice
¾ oz. single-malt whisky, or bourbon

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Instructions

Step 1

To a cocktail shaker, add the Amaro, aperitivo, lemon juice, whisky, and enough ice to fill it about halfway. Shake well, strain into a coupe glass, and serve immediately.