The classic Aperol Spritz is a refreshing aperitif cocktail that combines bright orange Aperol liqueur and dry sparkling wine.Table of ContentsRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesStep-by-step instructionsRecipe tips and variationsAperol Spritz RecipeRecipe ingredients Ingredient notes Aperol: A bright orange, bitter Italian liqueur with a low (11%) alcohol content with notes of orange peel and herbs.Step-by-step instructions Fill a chilled wine glass halfway with ice.Add sparkling wine and Aperol.Top with soda water.

Using a bar spoon, gently pull up and stir wine mixture to top to combine.Top with additional ice and garnish with orange peel or two green olives.Recipe tips and variations Yield: This recipe makes 1 cocktail.Glassware: The Aperol Spritz is traditionally made in a stemmed wine glass.For a more modern look, choose an angled wine glass.Big batch: To make a batch of 8 cocktails, combine 24 ounces (3 cups) Prosecco, 16 ounces (2 cups) Aperol, and 8 ounces (1 cup) soda water in a pitcher.

Have ice, glassware, and garnishes on hand so guests can help themselves.Spritz Veneziano: A group of wine-based aperitif cocktails made with prosecco, digestive bitters, and soda water, of which the Aperol Spritz is one.Other Spritz Veneziano cocktails feature Campari or Select liqueurs.How to Stock a Bar CartLearn how to stock a bar cart that is perfectly tailored to your personal taste and the cocktails you love to make.Staying in just got a lot more fun

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