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Chile-Infused Aperol

By Leo Robitschek

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 ounces

Ingredients

6 ounces Aperol
1 halved small red Thai bird chile (including stem and seeds)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine 6 ounces Aperol and 1 halved small red Thai bird chile (including stem and seeds) in a glass and let stand 10 minutes. Taste mixture; let stand 5 minutes longer for more heat, if desired. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a small jar.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Chile-Infused Aperol can be made 3 months ahead. Strain, cover, and chill.

TagsAperitifCocktailAlcoholBeveragesAperolAmaroLiqueurThai ChileChileVegetableVeganEasyMake AheadBon Appétit
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