Volume 4

From the Keep ’Em Coming Back books

Behind the Bar

This page is a practical extension of Volume 4. The book explains the reasoning; this resource helps put it to work.

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Aperitif, Liqueur & Wine drink recipes

29 structured recipes with ingredients, methods, glassware, bartender notes, and venue guidance.

Illustration of Adonis
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Adonis

Nutty, herbal, dry

StirSpirit-Forward
Illustration of Amaretto Sour
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineSlow

Amaretto Sour

Nutty, tart, rich

ShakeSour
Illustration of Americano
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Americano

Bitter, herbal, refreshing

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Aperol Spritz
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Aperol Spritz

Bittersweet, bubbly, orange-forward

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of B-52 Shot
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

B-52 Shot

Coffee-rich, creamy, orange-scented

LayerShooter
Illustration of Baby Guinness
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Baby Guinness

Coffee-rich, creamy, sweet

LayerShooter
Illustration of Bellini
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Bellini

Peachy, bubbly, delicate

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Buttery Nipple
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Buttery Nipple

Buttery, creamy, sweet

LayerShooter
Illustration of Campari Soda
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Campari Soda

Bitter, dry, refreshing

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Champagne Cocktail
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Champagne Cocktail

Bubbly, aromatic, lightly rich

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Cynar Spritz
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Cynar Spritz

Bittersweet, earthy, bubbly

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Fernandito
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Fernandito

Minty, bitter, cola-rich

BuildHighball
Illustration of Frosé
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineSlow

Frosé

Cold, fruity, wine-forward

BlendFrozen & Blended
Illustration of Garibaldi
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Garibaldi

Bitter, orange-forward, refreshing

BuildHighball
Illustration of Golden Cadillac
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Golden Cadillac

Vanilla-rich, chocolatey, creamy

ShakeDessert & Creamy
Illustration of Grasshopper
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Grasshopper

Minty, chocolate-rich, creamy

ShakeDessert & Creamy
Illustration of Hugo Spritz
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Hugo Spritz

Floral, minty, bubbly

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Jägerbomb
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Jägerbomb

Herbal, sweet, caffeinated

BuildShooter
Illustration of Kalimotxo
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Kalimotxo

Fruity, cola-rich, easy-drinking

BuildBeer & Wine
Illustration of Kir Royale
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Kir Royale

Berry-rich, bubbly, elegant

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Midori Sour
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Midori Sour

Melon-forward, sweet-tart, bright

ShakeSour
Illustration of Mimosa
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Mimosa

Bubbly, citrusy, light

BuildSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Mudslide
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Mudslide

Creamy, coffee-rich, sweet

ShakeDessert & Creamy
Illustration of Mulled Wine
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Mulled Wine

Warm, spiced, wine-rich

BuildHot Drink
Illustration of Red Sangria
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Red Sangria

Fruity, wine-forward, refreshing

BuildBeer & Wine
Illustration of Sherry Cobbler
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineModerate

Sherry Cobbler

Nutty, citrusy, refreshing

ShakeSpritz & Low-ABV
Illustration of Slippery Nipple
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineSlow

Slippery Nipple

Anise-forward, creamy, sweet

LayerShooter
Illustration of Spanish Coffee
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

Spanish Coffee

Warm, coffee-rich, rum-forward

BuildHot Drink
Illustration of White Sangria
Aperitif, Liqueur & WineFast

White Sangria

Light, fruity, refreshing

BuildBeer & Wine

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Responsible-service and recipe disclaimer

21+ educational reference.

Recipes are general bar-service references, not legal, medical, food-safety, TABC, insurance, or regulatory advice. Specifications, brands, allergens, alcohol strength, and laws vary.

Venues and bartenders must verify every ingredient and house specification, measure pours, disclose allergens, refuse unlawful or unsafe service, and follow applicable laws and responsible-service procedures.