The Smoky Sunrise

This modern original cocktail features a perfect balance of crisp vodka, bitter Aperol, and smoky bacon. Here's the recipe: Ingredients: - 2 oz vodka - 1 oz Aperol - 1 slice of bacon - 1 tsp honey - 1/2 oz lemon juice - 1/4 oz simple syrup - Dash of smoked paprika Instructions: 1. Cook the bacon until crispy, then remove from heat and let cool. 2. In a shaker, muddle the cooked bacon with honey until well combined. 3. Add vodka, Aperol, lemon juice, simple syrup, and smoked paprika to the shaker. 4. Fill shaker with ice and shake until well chilled. 5. Strain into a rocks glass over ice. 6. Garnish with a strip of bacon and a lemon twist. Enjoy the smoky and citrusy flavors of this unique and delicious cocktail.