{"title":"Cupid's Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" class=\"yt-core-attributed-string yt-core-attributed-string--white-space-pre-wrap\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yt-core-attributed-string--link-inherit-color\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is an easy pisco sour variation featuring pisco, Aperol, citrus, and egg white for a silky texture and balanced flavor. If you’re searching for a pink cocktail for Valentine’s Day, a modern pisco sour recipe, or a simple Aperol cocktail to make at home, this drink has you covered. Hope you enjoy the recipe. Cheers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aperol-aperitivo","title":"Aperol Aperitivo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Aperol Aperitivo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperol is the sweeter, less bitter, lower ABV cousin of Campari.  But, don't confuse its approachability with weakness! \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLike it's more intense cousin, Aperol is an essential component of every cocktail lover's homebar. From the Spritz to the Paper Plane to the Ten Spot, it can shine as either lead guitar or second fiddle. Its more subtle features can lend the same distinctive, citrusy bitterness of Campari without stealing the show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInterestingly, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAperol was first introduced in 1919 by the Barbieri brothers, who were looking for a new product to add to their range of liqueurs. They came up with Aperol as a lighter and more refreshing alternative to the bitter digestifs that were popular at the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAperol Aperitivo has a bright orange color and a distinct bittersweet flavor. On the nose, it offers hints of orange peel, rhubarb, and herbs. On the palate, it is refreshing and slightly sweet, with a delicate bitterness that lingers on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Serves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo many cocktailers fail to dust off this orange beauty unless making the famous spritz.  We think it deserves more attention:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/news\/aperol-beyond-the-spritz-the-division-bell\" title=\"Beyond the Spritz:  The Division Bell\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeyond the Spritz: The Division Bell\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/news\/aperol-beyond-the-spritz-bird-of-paradise\" title=\"Beyond the Spritz: Bird of Paradise\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeyond the Spritz: Bird of Paradise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, our friends at How to Drink also gave us their favorite approach to perfecting the Spritz:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/blogs\/how-to-drink-recipes\/aperol-spritz-cocktail-recipe\" title=\"How to Drink's Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow to Drink's Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAperol Aperitivo is made using a secret blend of herbs and roots, including bitter and sweet oranges, rhubarb, gentian, and cinchona. These ingredients are infused in alcohol and then blended with water and sugar to create the final product. Aperol contains 11% alcohol by volume and is best served chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall, Aperol Aperitivo is a versatile and refreshing liqueur that is perfect for creating classic cocktails or enjoying on its own. Its unique flavor profile, bright orange color, and long history make it a must-have ingredient for any home bartender or cocktail enthusiast. Whether you're sipping on an Aperol Spritz or trying out a new cocktail recipe, Aperol Aperitivo is sure to delight your taste buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750ml \u0026amp; 22 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gruppo Campari","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":47230022287612,"sku":"29155","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/IMY-N13syLKEygoKwuZucS3raUTizKD8_Ve6TMyzICI_be685d4d-df67-4c15-9f9f-049b98157e9a.png?v=1748998456"},{"product_id":"barsol-quebranta-pisco","title":"Barsol Quebranta Pisco","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Barsol Quebranta Pisco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSelected as a recommended spirit to pair with Shaker \u0026amp; Spoon’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.shakerandspoon.com\/2023\/06\/13\/pisco-inferno\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Pisco Inferno Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended by: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnrique Sanchez and Chris Hannah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnrique Sanchez recommends Barsol Quebranta Pisco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e“It’s one of my favorites, with a great history and family behind it. It’s smooth, aromatic, and elegantly versatile—perfect as an after-dinner drink or as the base for a charming cocktail—with a grassy, sun-kissed freshness and hints of cinnamon, pecans, papaya, a little of yeast, and pear. Made at the historic Bodega San Isidro, this is a beautiful masterpiece from the distiller.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Pisco is an underrated brandy and an unaged one at that. It's distilled to proof, so there’s no adding water, and the wines used before distilling are never an afterthought. Fermenting a delicious wine before distilling is always the point of pisco,” says Chris Hannah. “It’s a fun spirit to work with because its herbaceous and floral notes are so beautiful in cocktails! And one I particularly enjoy working with is Barsol Quebranta Pisco.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarsol Quebranta Pisco is a single-varietal Peruvian pisco that captures the essence of Peru's finest grapes. This unaged brandy has been expertly crafted to showcase the unique character and flavors of the Quebranta grape, making it an exceptional choice for both sipping neat and crafting exquisite cocktails.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Known Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuebranta grapes are a rare and native Peruvian variety that are non-aromatic, which makes their flavors and nuances stand out even more in the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarsol Quebranta Pisco offers a bouquet of ripe fruit, with notes of banana, cherry, and pear. On the palate, it is well-balanced with a warm, velvety texture and a hint of spice, followed by a long, satisfying finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Recipe Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Pisco Sour:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 oz Barsol Quebranta Pisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz fresh lime juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 oz simple syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 egg white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 dashes Angostura bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white in a cocktail shaker without ice. Dry shake to emulsify the egg white. Add ice and shake again until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled rocks glass, and garnish with two dashes of Angostura bitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended By \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/anders-erickson-spirits-collection%20\" title=\"Anders Erickson Spirits Collection\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/curiada.com\/collections\/anders-erickson-spirits-collection%20\"\u003eAnders Erickson\u003c\/a\u003e and s\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eelected as a recommended spirit to pair with Shaker \u0026amp; Spoon’s Pisco Inferno Box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003eThis pisco is so soft and easy to drink. Mixed into a sour, it somehow tastes classy.\" - Anders Erickson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarsol Quebranta Pisco is made from 100% Quebranta grapes, grown in the Ica Valley, known for its ideal grape-growing conditions. The grapes are fermented using natural yeasts before being distilled in copper pot stills, and then rested for a minimum of six months in neutral vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLast Word\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarsol Quebranta Pisco is a remarkable spirit that pays homage to the rich heritage of Peruvian pisco. Its captivating flavor profile and versatility in cocktails make it an essential addition to any home bar, sure to impress and delight those who appreciate the finer things in life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hotaling","offers":[{"title":"700ml","offer_id":47230022680828,"sku":"23853","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/files\/wtXT1MP-laOEhhAgrHoH9enxg07yXT2BGee0aPshRsY_8ed1aa74-8c15-419f-85ba-723475c1dfc6.png?v=1748998624"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/6217\/6252\/collections\/6115DB81-BD74-4564-8C39-02ED978A6743.jpg?v=1771025286","url":"https:\/\/houseofbitterbear.com\/collections\/cupids-cup.oembed","provider":"House of Bitter Bear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}