Frothy Gin Aperol Sour

Gin Aperol Sour Ingredients

• Aperol- This cannot be substituted and can easily be found in any liquor store.
• Gin- You can choose an gin you prefer but see my gin recommendations below!
• Simple Syrup- Simple syrup is equal parts water and sugar dissolved in a saucepan. You can replace this with agave nectar if you wish.
• Egg White- A raw egg white gives the drink some body and creaminess that is delicious. Plus the subtle foam looks beautiful on top. If you are vegan or do not want to use an egg white, this bottled cocktail foam is a great option.

About Aperol

Aperol is an Italian amaro or bitter liqueur similar to Campari. It's a uniquely bittersweet and pairs incredibly well with many alcohols such as vodka and gin. It has an 11% alcohol content so it's not overly strong.

It is most popular in an Aperol spritz which is made using Aperol, Prosecco, and a splash of soda. It is light refreshing and bubbly.

Aperol is known in Europe as an apéritif. Apéritifs are typically a bitter alcoholic drink served before a meal to stimulate ones appetite. Try serving this with a few Italian appetizers like my Italian Clam Stuffed Mushrooms or my Burrata w/ Roasted Peppers and Garlic.

What Does Aperol Taste Like?

Aperol tastes zesty like an orange with herbal notes while being slightly sweet and slightly bitter at the same time.

The Best London Dry Gins

There are many, MANY London dry gins on the market. Every one will taste a bit different so depending on your taste, choose what you typically like in your standard gin and tonics.

• Bombay Sapphire: Best overall for price and taste.
• Hayman's- The best bang for your buck.
• Highclere Castle- Best to splurge on.
• Tanqueray- Best for martinis.
• Beefeater- Best for G&T's.
• Sipsmith- Best for beginners.

All of these would go well with an Aperol sour so use whatever you like or if you don't have a strong preference, use what you can find, or have on hand.

Dry Shaking: Getting That Frothy Look

Dry shaking a cocktail means shaking it WITHOUT ice cubes at room temperature. This allows the ingredients to emulsify (blend) better. Then after, you want to add in your ice and shake again for another 30 seconds or so to chill and dilute your cocktail.

We are using egg whites to get a super foamy aperol sour.

The Egg White Foam

Egg whites are commonly found in cocktails because they make drinks creamy and silky while adding some body. Shaking an egg white in a cocktail shaker results in a thick frothy foam that sits on top of cocktails like Aperol sours.

But keep in mind that using raw egg whites can put you at risk for salmonella poisoning however the risk is extremely low. If this makes you hesitant at all, you have a few other options:

1. Purchase PASTUERIZED eggs from the store.
2. Use aquafaba which comes from chickpeas.
3. Purchase bottled cocktail foam from Amazon.

You can also leave out the egg white if this is easiest.

Expert Tips

1. Chill your coupe glasses in the freezer for 10-20 minutes before serving for an extra cold sour!
2. Mix up your Aperol sour for a crowd by adding all ingredients to a blender. Add ice after blending then strain it before serving.
3. Make your own simple syrup at home with sweetener of choice.
4. Muddle lemons in a shaker before adding your wet ingredients for added citrus flavor.
5. Froth your egg whites in advance and top each drink separately if you don't want to bother with shaking and potentially pulling a muscle at your party! 🙂
6. Add a dash of bitters to your mixer.
7. Garnish with orange and or lemon peel.