Aperol Spritz Recipe

Chill glass and ingredients

Place a large wine glass in the freezer for 10 minutes or fill it with ice water to chill while you prepare the other components. Ensure Prosecco is well chilled (about 45°F / 7°C).

If using simple syrup and you prefer a slightly sweeter spritz, have the syrup ready. Freshly squeeze lemon juice and measure Aperol and peach liqueur.

Add ice

Discard the ice water from the chilled glass if used, then fill the wine glass about three-quarters full with large ice cubes (or a generous handful of regular ice).

Pour liqueurs and citrus

Pour 2 oz Aperol and 0.5 oz peach liqueur over the ice followed by 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice. If you want a sweeter drink, add 0.25 oz simple syrup. Stir gently once to combine (about 4–5 slow turns) to avoid flattening the bubbles later.

Top with bubbles

Slowly add 3 oz chilled Prosecco down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation. If you prefer a lighter spritz, add 0.5 oz club soda after the Prosecco and stir gently once.

Garnish and serve

Garnish with an orange slice or a lemon wheel on the rim or floated in the drink. Serve immediately with a short straw or stirrer so the drink can be gently mixed as desired.