Aperol Spritz: A Refreshing Summer Cocktail
Ingredients
- Ice Cubes
- 3 ounces Prosecco (or other dry sparkling wine)
- 2 ounces Aperol
- 1 ounce Club Soda
- Orange Slice (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass or spritz glass with ice cubes. The chilled glass is key to maintaining the balance of flavors.
- Pour in Aperol, followed by the Prosecco. The classic ratio is 3:2 but feel free to adjust it to taste.
- Top it all off with a splash of club soda. This adds a nice effervescence and cuts the sweetness of the Aperol and the Prosecco.
- Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients without losing the bubbles.
- Garnish with a bright orange slice for the perfect presentation and a citrusy aroma.
Notes
Tips:
- Chilled ingredients will give the best results. You can even pre-chill your glass by filling it with ice and water a few minutes before using it.
- You can use a splash of blood orange soda instead of club soda for a sweeter spritz.
- Aperol has a slightly bitter taste. If you prefer a sweeter drink, experiment with ratios or add a dash of simple syrup.