Bitter Crush

A sophisticated cocktail combining the bitter-sweet notes of Aperol with white rum, fresh citrus, and orange bitters. This refreshing drink is served over crushed ice with a classic lemon twist garnish.

1 servings
3 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Crushed ice
  • 2 ounces Aperol
  • ounces white rum
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 piece lemon twist

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Fill an 8- to 10-ounce highball glass with crushed ice. Stir together Aperol, rum, lemon juice, and bitters in a small glass measuring cup. Add sugar to taste, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then pour over ice.

    3 min