Aperol Spritz Recipe

Prepare glass

Start with a large wine glass. Fill the glass generously with ice cubes until about three-quarters full — this keeps the drink chilled and preserves the bubbles.

Build the drink

Pour 3 parts chilled Prosecco into the glass over the ice. Add 2 parts Aperol. Top with 1 part chilled club soda. Pour gently so the sparkling wine retains its effervescence; you can tilt the glass slightly while pouring to reduce foam.

Stir gently

Using a bar spoon or long spoon, give the drink one or two gentle stir rotations to combine the ingredients without flattening the bubbles.

Garnish and serve

Slip one fresh orange slice onto the rim or into the glass as garnish. Serve immediately while cold and effervescent.