Aperol Spritz Recipe

Inspired by Lé Fresca

Time5m

Serves1

This classic light Italian cocktail is simply made with Aperol and prosecco to give the drink a refreshing fizz.

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Ingredients

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1
Chill and prepare glass
Start with a large wine glass. Fill it with ice cubes to chill the glass and keep the drink cold while you assemble the cocktail.
2
Add Aperol
Measure and pour 3 tablespoons (about 1.5 oz) of Aperol over the ice in the chilled wine glass. This forms the bitter-sweet base of the cocktail.
3
Add prosecco
Slowly pour 3 oz of chilled prosecco into the glass. Pour gently down the side of the glass if possible to preserve bubbles and control mixing.
4
Top with soda
Add 1 oz of chilled soda water to top the drink. This lightens the cocktail and adds a refreshing fizz.
5
Stir gently
Using a long bar spoon, give the drink one or two gentle stirrings to integrate the ingredients without flattening the prosecco too much.
6
Garnish and serve
Slip an orange slice onto the rim or into the drink as a garnish. Serve immediately while cold and effervescent.