An Americano In Paris

This drink is the illegitimate love child of a classic cocktail and a French aperitif; an Americano with an accent that is ready to transport you to the river Seine on a crisp Parisian evening. It's the perfect way to switch up your favorite classic cocktail any time of year, but we especially love this drink around Valentine's Day. Add the adorable orange peel heart-shaped garnish, and you've got a drink that will take you to the city of love after just one sip.

The bitterness of the Campari and Vermouth is offset from the Pastis washed glass. This “in and out” technique is an easy way to add different flavors to your cocktail. Just pour the Pastis into the rocks glass, roll it around, then pour it out. The flavors of the Pastis stay in the glass and will be the foundation for this twist on an Americano. It’s as if your deepest desires of a basic drink are downed in an explosion of complex, almost complicated flavors.

We encourage you to choose your own adventure between adding Champagne or club soda, depending on how naughty you wish to get. This drink is romantic and whimsical, so light a candle and enjoy, lovers.

Did you try making this? Let us know how it went in the comments!