Description
Refreshing Italian Aperol Spritz cocktail brings sparkling sunshine straight from Venice to glasses everywhere. Crisp prosecco, zesty aperol, and bubbly soda water combine for an effortless summer sipper you’ll crave on warm afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 ounces (150 milliliters) Prosecco
- 2.5 ounces (75 milliliters) Aperol
Garnish:
- Citrus slices
- Squeeze of fresh orange juice
Liquid and Ice:
- Ice
- Splash sparkling water
Instructions
- Chill a large wine glass by filling it two-thirds with ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for the vibrant cocktail.
- Pour the prosecco into the iced glass, establishing the sparkling base of the classic Italian aperitif.
- Measure and add Aperol, creating a beautiful sunset-orange gradient as it mixes with the prosecco.
- Introduce a gentle splash of soda water to lighten and elevate the drink’s effervescence.
- Extract fresh orange juice directly into the glass, releasing aromatic citrus oils that enhance the cocktail’s flavor profile.
- Garnish the rim with fresh orange slices, adding a decorative and fragrant finishing touch.
- For variation, experiment with alternative citrus fruits like grapefruit, lime, blood orange, or tangerine to personalize the drink.
- When preparing multiple servings, maintain the standard ratio: two parts prosecco, one part Aperol, complemented by a splash of soda water and a citrus accent.
- Serve immediately to preserve the drink’s optimal temperature and sparkling character.
Notes
- Chill your wine glass beforehand to keep the Aperol Spritz extra cool and refreshing.
- Try different citrus fruits to create unique flavor profiles that suit your taste preferences.
- Use high-quality prosecco for a more sophisticated and smooth cocktail experience.
- Adjust the amount of soda water to control the strength and sweetness of the drink, making it lighter or more intense as desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 125 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg