Apello
A revitalizing non-alcoholic citrus cooler that blends the tartness of grapefruit with sweet orange and a splash of apple. Served tall over ice, it makes for a perfect refreshing thirst-quencher on a warm day.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by fresh citrus zest and a subtle apple sweetness. The palate delivers a bright acidity from the grapefruit that is moderated by the softer texture of the orange juice. It has a light, watery mouthfeel and a clean, tart finish.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Orange juice4 cl
- Grapefruit juice3 cl
- Apple juice1 cl
- Maraschino cherry1 whole
Preparation
- 1
Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the orange juice, grapefruit juice, and apple juice directly over the ice.
- 3
Stir gently to combine the ingredients and chill the drink.
- 4
Garnish with a maraschino cherry placed on top.
Substitutions
- Grapefruit juiceRuby red grapefruit juice — This provides a sweeter, less acidic profile than standard yellow grapefruit juice.
- Apple juicePear juice — Pear juice adds a slightly thicker mouthfeel and a more floral sweetness.
- Orange juicePineapple juice — Pineapple juice increases the sugar content and introduces a tropical tang.
- Maraschino cherryFresh raspberry — A fresh berry offers a sharper, natural tartness compared to the syrupy cherry.
Variations
Sparkling Apello
Add 6 CL of chilled club soda to the mixture for a carbonated, lighter version of the drink.
Spiced Apello
Incorporate a small pinch of ground cinnamon or a bar spoon of ginger syrup to add warmth to the citrus base.