Aperol Spritz

What is an Aperol Spritz?

A coral-hued pre-dinner cocktail created in Padua, Italy. The cocktail is prepared with Prosecco and Aperol and topped off with a dash of sparkling water.

Main Ingredients

Aperol: a Italian bitter apéritif with flavours of rhubarb, gentian and cinchona flowers.

Prosecco : a sparking white wine made in Italy.

Main Ingredients

Club soda or sparking water: Any unflavored sparkling water will work well.

Slice of orange: A slice of orange is the classic garnish for an Aperol spritz.

Aperol Spritz Recipe

– 2 parts Aperol – 3 parts Prosecco – sparkling water – orange slice – Ice

– Add some ice to a wine glass.  - Pour in the Aperol and Prosecco. – Top your cocktail off with a splash of sparking water and add a slice of orange.