Valencia Cocktail

A delightful fruit-forward cocktail that highlights the sweet, lush flavor of apricot brandy, balanced by a splash of fresh orange juice and aromatic orange bitters. Named after the famous Spanish city known for its sweet oranges, this drink makes for a perfect golden-hued aperitif or dessert accompaniment.

Ingredients

• 1.5 OZ Apricot brandy
• 1 TBSP Orange juice
• 2 DASH Orange bitters

How to Make It

1. Chill a martini glass in the freezer or by filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice cubes.
3. Add the apricot brandy, orange juice, and orange bitters to the shaker.
4. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels frosty.
5. Discard the ice from the prepared glass.
6. Strain the cocktail smoothly into the chilled glass.
7. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with an orange twist.

Glassware

Martini Glass

Fruity Sweet Classic Apricot Orange Aperitif Dinner Party