Classic Aperol Spritz Cocktail is a thirst-quenching, gorgeous, refreshing Italian cocktail with just 3 ingredients.
An Aperol spritz is a light aperitif with a stunning orange color from Aperol and has a flavor combination of rhubarb, orange, and herbs.
❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe is a light and sweet Italian cocktail recipe, perfect to serve with appetizers.
- No need to travel to northern Italy to enjoy these popular Italian cocktails at home.
🍲 Equipment
- Measuring Cup
- Pretty Wine Glasses
- Stirrer
🧾 Ingredients
- Aperol: We use Aperol liquor, after all, it's an Aperol Spritz.
- Prosecco: Use your favorite or ours, La Marca Prosecco.
- Ice Cubes: Use lots of ice for this refreshing cocktail.
- Club Soda: Use your favorite sparking water or club soda.
- Orange slice for a garnish.
Instructions
Fill 2 glasses with ice cubes. Pour equal parts Aperol liqueur and equal parts Prosecco over the ice cubes.
Finish with a splash of sparkling water and enjoy.
Add an orange slice for garnish.
❄️ Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
- A bottle of open Aperol Liquor should be refrigerated once it is open. The open bottle keeps for about 3 months in the refrigerator.
- An Aperol spritz is easy to prepare and best served right away.
📖 Variations
The flavor of this cocktail is just delicious and there isn't much need for variations.
Replace the prosecco with a sparkling wine of your choice.
Feel free to double or triple the recipe.
If you prefer a less boozy cocktail, add extra sparkling soda.
Aperol is slightly bitter, if you prefer a bit less of that flavor, add more Prosecco.
🥣 Serving Suggestions
This delicious cocktail is perfect with small bites like olives, nuts, and baked brie.
A homemade Hummus recipe or a Boursin Cheese dip are two delicious dips served with cheese crackers for a light appetizer with your cocktails.
Grilled Eggplant Mozzarella Stacks are another wonderful choice.
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Apple Pie Vodka is another great cocktail that is a personal favorite.
Strawberry Vodka Slushie is a fan favorite.
One of my most popular recipes is this tasty Bloody Mary. My fabulous Mom's recipe. I miss her so much!
📋 Frequently Asked Questions
A large wine glass is best to hold the correct ratio of ingredients.
Campari can be used but it is a bit sweeter. It also has a much higher alcohol content. So perhaps use more club soda.
If you prefer a lighter cocktail, triple the club soda or sparkling water.
Aperol can be slightly bitter, a bit more Prosecco can cut the bitterness.
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Classic Aperol Spritz Cocktail
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill 2 glasses with ice.
- Pour the Aperol over the ice
- Add the Prosecco and an orange slice to the glass.
- Finish with a splash of soda or sparkling water.
Mary Moore
Absolutely the best drink! Love it.
Eileen xo
I am so happy you enjoy the cocktail, Mary. Thank you for coming back and letting me know how much you liked it. The kind comments are very much appreciated.