Charming 'Beer Cocktails' from Peroni
By FBWorld Team

Perhaps one of the best ways to enjoy the onset of warm weather is with some delicious Peroni infused cocktails. Shawn Shepherd, mixologist at Palihouse West Hollywood, has put together a few recipes - perfect for those looking for a refreshing drink that still incorporates the desired beer taste.

Amaro Al Fresco

Ingredients:
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
1 oz. Aperol
1/4 oz. Fernet Branca
1/2 oz. Dry Vermouth
Orange Peel

Procedures:
In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients with ice except Peroni and shake vigorously. Fill tall glass with new ice and add Peroni gently, strain ingredients over Peroni gently and garnish with orange peel.

The Gold Rush

Ingredients:
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
2 Figs
1/2 oz. Honey Syrup
1/2 oz. Lemon Juice
Dash of Walnut Bitters
Lemon Peel

Procedures:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle Figs with Honey Syrup, add Lemon Juice and ice and shake vigorously. Fill tall glass with new ice and add Peroni gently, add 3 drops Walnut Bitters (or Angostura), garnish with lemon peel.

Capri Meets Manhattan

Ingredients:
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
1/2 oz. Sweet Vermouth
Bar Spoon Cynar
Bar Spoon Balsamic Reduction
2 Dashes Angostura Bitters
Luxardo Cherry

Procedures:
In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients with ice except Peroni and shake vigorously. Strain ingredients into a chilled cocktailglass and top with Peroni gently, garnish with Luxardo Cherry.