MIXOLOGY

Every Pour a Possibility. Every Sip a Story.

THE PAPER PLANE

BOURBON COCKTAIL

“Takes off easy. Lands with Authority.”

The Paper Plane may sound playful, but don’t let the name fool you—this cocktail flies with purpose. Equal parts balance and bite, it’s a modern classic that takes off fast and lands smooth, powered by the bold character of Pilot’s Bourbon. Inspired by the feeling of motion—a message sent, a course corrected, a journey begun—this drink blends bourbon, Aperol, amaro, and lemon juice in perfect formation. It’s citrusy, bittersweet, and impossible to forget.

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 Ingredients:

  • 0.75oz Pilot’s Legacy Bourbon
  • 0.75oz Aperol
  • 0.75oz Amaro Nonino
  • 0.75oz fresh lemon juice
  • Garnish: Lemon twist or paper–thin lemon peel

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
2. Shake until well chilled and slightly frothy.
3. Strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
4. Garnish with a lemon twist or a symbolic“paper plane” lemon peel.
5. Toast to unexpected destinations.

Flight Notes:

The Paper Plane is for the risk–taker with a steady hand. A cocktail that soars without showing off—balanced, bright, and built to impress at any altitude.

PILOT’S CLASSIC MARTINI

VODKA COCKTAIL

“Smooth, Steady, Always on Course.”

There’s something about a martini that signals control—clean lines, cool confidence, and zero turbulence. The Pilot’s Classic Martini‘s no exception. It’s the drink of choice for those who keep it sharp, know when to speak, and always land their point. Built with ultra–smooth Pilot’s Vodka, this martini is stripped of nonsense and loaded with quiet command. Whether you’re winding down after a long flight or gearing up for a night out, this cocktail is your flight plan for effortless sophistication.

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 Ingredients:

  • • 2.5oz Pilot’s Legacy Vodka
  • 0.5oz dry vermouth
  • Dash of orange bitters (optional, but recommended)
  • Lemon twist or olive for garnish

Instructions:

1. Add vodka, vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. Stir until well chilled (about 20–30 seconds).
3. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with a lemon twist or olive.
5. Takeoff not required, but highly encouraged.

Flight Notes:

The Pilot’s Classic Martini‘s as direct as your final approach: no frills, no fluff, just a perfectly balanced cocktail with smooth lift and a clean finish. It’s timeless, grounded, and built for those who don’t miss.

PILOT’S OLD FASHIONED

BOURBON COCKTAIL

“Grounded in tradition. Built for smooth landings.”

Some things don’t need reinventing—just the right touch of precision. The Pilot’s Old Fashioned is one of those things. It’s not flashy. It’s not fussy. It’s just perfectly balanced: bourbon, bitters, sugar, and a twist—executed with clarity and control. Crafted with a rich, Kentucky–style bourbon from Pilot Spirits, this cocktail is for those who appreciate a slower pace, clean decisions, and the comfort of something done right. Whether you’re closing a chapter or opening one, this drink meets you with steady hands and classic character.

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Ingredients:

  • 2oz Pilot’s Legacy Bourbon
  • 1 sugar cube or 1/4 oz demerara syrup
  • 2–3dashes Angostura bitters
  • Orange peel (for garnish)
  • Optional: brandied cherry

Instructions:

1. In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube with bitters (or combine demerara syrup and bitters).
2. Add Bourbon and ice. Stir until chilled and properly diluted.
3. Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
4. Express the orange peel over the drink, then garnish. Add a cherry if desired.
5. Sip slow, stay sharp.

Flight Notes:

The Pilot’s Old Fashioned isn’t about trends—it’s about timeless execution. Confident. Clean. Unmistakably strong. A drink for those who lead from the front and never lose sight of the horizon.

THE HUDSON

VODKA COCKTAIL

“Once you’ve had one, you can land anywhere.”

Inspired by Gregorio Robles and Scottie Mathieu for Captain Islava at the 19th hole of Palos Verdes Golf club. Known for their heavy four finger pours. It is minimalist , crisp, and dangerously smooth — The Hudson is the go-to cocktail for those who fly high but like their drinks low-key. Inspired by the cool confidence of a perfect landing, this cocktail blends premium vodka with just a whisper of cranberry, letting quality speak for itself. It’s clean, refined, and unexpectedly bold — like every good story that starts at cruising altitude.

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Ingredients:

  • 4oz of Pilot’s Legacy Vodka
  • Splash of cranberry juice (about 1/4 oz)
  • Optional: lime wedge for garnish 

Instructions:

1. Fill a shakerwith ice.
2. Add vodka and just a splash of cranberry juice.
3. Shake gently until well chilled.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass or serve over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired—but never necessary

Flight Notes:

The Hudson is for the purist with taste. It’s a cocktail that doesn’t try too hard—it just is. Best enjoyed wheels up, or wherever your next destination may be.

MAUI ME MAI TAI

RUM COCKTAIL

“The drink was strong, The decision, stronger.”

Tropical, bold, and a little bit reckless—The Maui Me Mai Tai isn’t just a cocktail, it’s a story. It started on a balmy Maui afternoon when college buddies Rob and Brian ran into each other at the resort pool and got a little too acquainted with the famously potent Mai Tai. While they launched into what would become an unshakable friendship (and a next–day hangover), Rob’s girlfriend Diane was left to meet the family—solo.

Somehow, she still said yes.

Two years later, at the very same hotel, he finally got it right. Two partnerships had begun that night—one built on friendship, the other on forever.

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 Ingredients:

  • 2oz Pilot’s Legacy Navy Rum
  • 1/2oz orange curaçao
  • 1/2oz macadamia nut orgeat syrup
  • 1/2oz Orange Pineapple Jam 1/2oz fresh lime juice Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
2. Shake until cold and slightly frothy.
3. Strain into a rocks glass over crushed ice.
4. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, ½ orange slice, lime wheel and a mint sprig.
5. Sip slowly—love (and friendship) can sneak up on you.

Flight Notes:

The Maui Me Mai Tai is everything a good story needs—sweetness, surprise, and a twist you didn’t see coming. It’s a tribute to friendships forged in paradise, and to knowing a keeper even when he makes you face the in–laws alone. Cheers to you Mike and Jill!

THE LAYOVER

RUM COCKTAIL

“Not all delays are a setback. Some are just a reason to pour another.”

Some journeys move fast. Others give you the gift of stillness. The Layover was made for those rare in–between moments—when time slows, the air feels warm, and you remember you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. Built on a smooth base of Pilot’s Rum, with notes of pineapple and a whisper of vanilla, this cocktail is light, tropical, and effortlessly relaxing. It’s the kind of drink you order when the itinerary shifts—and you’re secretly glad it did.

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Ingredients:

  •  2oz Pilot’s Legacy Navy Rum
  •  2oz pineapple juice
  • 1/4oz vanilla syrup
  • Splash of soda water
  • Pineapple wedge or mint sprig for garnish

Instructions:

1.  Fill a shaker with ice. Add rum, pineapple juice, and vanilla syrup.
2. Shake gently until chilled.
3. Strain over fresh ice into a highball or rocks glass.
4. Top with a splash of soda water.
5. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or mint sprig.
6. Sit back, relax, and embrace the unplanned.

Flight Notes:

The Layover is for the traveler who knows the journey matters more than the rush. It’s the pause that refreshes—and maybe the best part of the trip.

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LOCATION

28625 S. WESTERN AVENUE  #2066
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA
90275

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