Velvet Dusk

Description: A complex and aromatic aperitif cocktail that is designed to stimulate the appetite and engage the senses. Velvet Dusk is a carefully balanced blend of bitter and sweet, with a touch of herbaceous freshness. It's the perfect preamble to an elegant dinner party or a sophisticated gathering. Ingredients: - 1 oz Aperol - 1 oz Lillet Blanc - 0.5 oz St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur - 0.5 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice - 2 dashes Orange bitters - 2 oz Prosecco or dry sparkling wine - Lemon twist for garnish - Fresh sprig of thyme for garnish Instructions: 1. In a mixing glass, combine Aperol, Lillet Blanc, St-Germain, lemon juice, and orange bitters. 2. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir well until the mixture is chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Top with Prosecco or dry sparkling wine. 5. Express the lemon twist over the drink and drop it in. 6. Gently clap the sprig of thyme between your hands to release the aroma and place it as the final garnish. Glass: Serve in a chilled coupe glass to maintain the effervescence of the Prosecco and concentrate the aromatic garnishes, enhancing the aperitif experience.