Lysette
In a nod to the aperitif’s origins, the components of the Lysette are all French—from the gentle bitterness of Salers to the fizzy smack of Kronenbourg.
- story: Frances Yackel
- photo: Lizzie Munro
In a nod to the aperitif’s origins, the components of the Lysette are all French—from the gentle bitterness of Salers to the fizzy smack of Kronenbourg.
St-Germain forms the backbone of this aperitif as bitter and citrus elements complement the aromatics of the base liqueur.
This wine-based nightcap by Lauren Corriveau at Nitecap combines Salers, fennel liqueur and St-Germain.
Natasha David's riff on the Aperol sour ups the citrus and fruit flavors.
Montana's Trail House's incorporates Brennivín schnapps alongside Budweiser syrup for a playful highbrow-meets-lowbrow cocktail.
For his take on Champagne punch, Dale DeGroff adapted a popular 20th-century recipe built on Cognac.
This Martini from New York's Katana Kitten is an international affair, made with French vodka, Colorado gin, sake and sherry.
Crafted from a list of ingredients that includes elderflower, quinine, and nutmeg, the Surf City Spritz winks at California’s health-conscious culture.
A combination of amaro, tonic and lemon, the Blood Moon ticks all the aperitivo boxes.