This Aperol Spritz is a classic and refreshing recipe, which is made with Aperol and Prosecco. It’s the perfect summer cocktail, ready in about 2 minutes.
Aperol Spritz Ingredients
- Ice
- 3 ounces Prosecco
- 2 ounces Aperol
- 1 ounce Soda water, chilled
- Orange slice, for garnish
How To Make an Aperol Spritz
- Fill the glass: Fill a large wine glass or a balloon glass with plenty of ice.
- Build the spritz: Add the Prosecco to the glass first, followed by the Aperol.
- Top and garnish: Add a splash of soda water to fill the glass. Garnish with a fresh orange slice and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- What is the classic Aperol Spritz ratio? The traditional and most popular ratio is 3-2-1: three parts Prosecco, two parts Aperol, and one part soda water. This creates a perfectly balanced, bubbly, and refreshing drink.
- How to make it less bitter? If you find Aperol a bit too bitter for your taste, you can adjust the ratio. Try using a little more Prosecco and a little less Aperol to make it sweeter and lighter.
- Can I make this in a big batch for a party? Yes! To make a pitcher, simply scale up the ingredients following the 3-2-1 ratio. Combine the Prosecco and Aperol in a pitcher. Just before serving, add the soda water and plenty of ice, then garnish with orange slices.
- Why is my spritz not fizzy? To ensure maximum fizziness, make sure your Prosecco and soda water are well-chilled. Add them to the glass gently and give it only a single, gentle stir to combine. Over-stirring will cause it to lose its bubbles more quickly.
What To Serve With an Aperol Spritz
This is a classic Italian aperitif, designed to be enjoyed before a meal. It pairs wonderfully with light, salty snacks.
- A bowl of mixed green olives
- Simple, high-quality potato chips
- Small sandwiches (tramezzini)
- A light cheese and charcuterie board with prosciutto and Parmesan
How To Store an Aperol Spritz
- This is a single-serving cocktail that is best made fresh and enjoyed immediately while it is cold and bubbly. It does not store well as it will lose its carbonation.
Aperol Spritz Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 0g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Aperol is an Italian bitter aperitif with a vibrant orange color. Its flavor is a complex mix of bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb, and other herbs and roots. It’s less bitter and has a lower alcohol content than its cousin, Campari.
Yes. While Prosecco is the traditional sparkling wine for an Aperol Spritz, you can use any dry sparkling wine, such as Cava or a dry Champagne.
For this recipe, they are largely interchangeable. Seltzer is plain carbonated water. Club soda is carbonated water with added minerals for a slightly salty taste. Both work perfectly to add bubbles to your spritz.
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Description
The iconic Italian aperitif, a refreshing and bubbly mix of Aperol, Prosecco, and a splash of soda.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass with ice.
- Pour in the Prosecco, followed by the Aperol.
- Top with a splash of soda water.
- Stir gently once to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh orange slice and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a dry (Brut) Prosecco.
- Don’t be afraid to be generous with the ice to keep the drink perfectly chilled.
- The 3-2-1 ratio (3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol, 1 part soda) is the key to a classic, balanced spritz.
- This is a perfect, elegant, and incredibly easy cocktail for a summer afternoon.