Bin 216: The Bittersweet Romance ($10) puts a devilish spin on the Aperol spritz. Made with a mix of Aperol and Luxardo, the sinful drink includes a house-made passion fruit puree that adds a bite of acidity while prosecco gives it a dose of bubbly revenge. 1515 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216-860-0530,thedriftwoodgroup.com
Edwins Restaurant: The Parisian mule ($10) starts with vodka, lime and ginger beer like any other mule, but a splash of creme de cassis gives the fizzy concoction a delicate pink hue and an exotic hint of black currant that would be just as at home on the Champs Elysees as a patio in Shaker Square. 13101 Shaker Square, Cleveland, 216-921-3333, edwinsrestaurant.org
Gigi's After Dark: A subtle hint of luxurious black licorice flavor classes up the rye whiskey, Peychaud's bitters and sugar of Gigi's version of a Sazerac ($11). A rocks glass gets an absinthe rinse before the other ingredients are chilled and poured in. 3477 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights, 216-291-7237, facebook.com/gigisonfairmount
