The classic mixed drink is souped-up in this fancier version with a bit of Aperol or Campari, honey-lemon juice, and thyme.

The recipe below makes 2 cocktails.

Aperol Screwdriver

The classic mixed drink is souped-up in this fancier version with a bit of Aperol or Campari, honey-lemon juice, and thyme.
The recipe below makes 2 cocktails.

Ingredients

  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1.5 Tbsp honey
  • 4 thyme sprigs
  • 10 oz freshly-squeezed orange juice, very cold
  • 3 oz vodka, very cold
  • 3 oz Aperol of Campari, very cold
  • 3 oz Club soda, very cold
  • 2 slices of fresh orange, as garnish

Instructions 

  • Combine lemon juice with the honey and thyme and orange juice and stir until fully combined.
  • Mix in the vodka, Aperol, and Club soda and gently stir to combine.
  • Pour into tall glasses over ice, garnished with the fresh orange slices.
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