The Apple Bitter cocktail is all about restraint. It takes familiar ingredients and lets them breathe, creating a drink that feels modern, composed, and quietly confident. Ketel One vodka provides a neutral, polished base, allowing Campari to show a softer, more floral side than usual. Apple juice steps in not as sweetness, but as texture - adding weight and roundness that smooths Campari’s bitterness without dulling it.

This is not a loud aperitivo. It’s controlled, balanced, and easy to sit with. Served straight up in a Nick & Nora glass and finished with a thin apple slice, the Apple Bitter feels elegant and unfussy. It’s ideal for pre-dinner sipping or moments when you want bitterness without intensity and structure without heaviness.

Shaken or Stirred? Stirred. Stirring keeps the drink smooth, clear, and well-integrated.