About the Two-Two cocktail
The Two-Two is a low-ABV absinthe sour made with Aperol, absinthe, lemon juice, a barspoon of simple syrup, and orange bitters. Aperol softens absinthe’s punch without hiding it, while lemon brightens the sweetness for a sweet-and-sour absinthe cocktail that stays surprisingly approachable.
Stephen Cole created the drink in 2008 at The Violet Hour in Chicago. Shaken and strained with an orange twist, it is a useful entry point for anyone who likes absinthe’s flavor but wants it in a lighter, citrus-driven glass.
