Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPortland Lobster CompanyAperol-style Spritz Recipe

Aperol-style Spritz Recipe

Time5m
Serves1

Italy - over ice

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Method

Cocktail

  1. 1

    Prepare glass

    Choose a large wine glass. Fill the glass generously with large ice cubes so the drink stays cold and dilutes slowly.

  2. 2

    Add bitter liqueur

    Pour 2 tablespoons (about 1 oz) of Aperol-style bitter liqueur over the ice. Swirl gently once to begin chilling the liqueur without vigorous mixing.

  3. 3

    Add sparkling wine

    Slowly pour 3 ounces of chilled Prosecco (or another dry sparkling wine) into the glass at an angle. Pouring slowly preserves the bubbles and prevents overflow.

  4. 4

    Top with soda

    Add 1 ounce of chilled club soda (or sparkling water) on top. This lightens the drink and adds a refreshing effervescence.

  5. 5

    Garnish and service

    Garnish with one fresh orange slice placed on the rim or floated in the drink. Serve immediately with a short stirring action (one gentle stir) to integrate layers while keeping carbonation.

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