The best Aperol spritz recipe, a popular Italian cocktail, has tangy earthiness of Aperol with a slightly sweet and fruity Prosecco, and a citrus burst of orange. To make the best one at home it’s all about the perfect ratio of ingredients. I will show you how!
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How To Make The Best Classic Aperol Spritz
If you read my recent post, The American Granddaughter, you’re aware why visiting Italy was a lifelong dream of mine. This summer Ryan and I were finally able to make good on that dream and we spent two (kid free!) weeks, falling in love with the country.
I was determined to partake in everything Italian. We drank wine out of plastic cups in the street, had shots of espresso while filing up our car, and dined when I’d normally be in bed watching Netflix.
I tried my fair share of Aperol spritz recipes, sipping them in piazzas while people watching. Initially I was moved to try one because literally every restaurant table is peppered with one. Turns out everyone drinks a Spritz because they infuse the perfect explosion of taste in a summer drink – a slightly bitter, yet sweet effervescent.
When I got home, I went straight to work recreating this classic cocktail and it quickly became a favorite in my gluten-free cocktail collection. What’s the secret? Using the perfect ratios of liqueur to Prosecco and then finishing it with a splash of soda to balance the sweetness.
Jazz Up Your Spritz with Variations
You can go simple with aperol, prosecco, and soda or try one of these unique twist ideas. It’s low alcohol content means you can add the flavor without worrying about overindulging! Saluti!
- Replace prosecco with champagne, sparkling rosé, spumante, or moscato
- In Northern Italy they serve them with an olive and I was hooked!
- Use grapefruit soda or tonic
- Add fresh herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, or basil
- Replace the aperol with campari
- Up the alcohol, add a shot of vodka or gin
- Add in other fruit juices, such as grapefruit, cranberry, watermelon, or orange
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Perfected Aperol Spritz With Prosecco
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Aperol
- 3 ounces Prosecco
- 1 ounce soda water
- 1 orange slice
Instructions
- In a wine or cocktail glass pour the Aperol, Prosecco, and soda water.2 ounces Aperol , 3 ounces Prosecco, 1 ounce soda water
- Fill glass with ice and squeeze in a orange slice. Cheers!1 orange slice
Notes
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