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Aperitivo Spritz Recipe

Inspired by The Laurel

Time5m

Serves1

Aperitivo, Cava, club

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Base

2 tbs Aperitivo (e.g., Aperol or similar bitter orange liqueur)3 oz Cava (or other dry sparkling wine / Prosecco)1 oz Club soda

Garnish & Finish

1 to taste Orange slice1 cup Ice (large cubes)

Method

Cocktail Base

Build the drink

Fill a large wine glass (or rocks glass if preferred) about three-quarters full with large ice cubes. Pour 2 tablespoons Aperitivo over the ice.

Add 3 ounces of chilled Cava slowly to preserve carbonation.

Top with 1 ounce club soda for a light fizz and gentle balance. Do not stir vigorously — a single gentle stir or two with a bar spoon is sufficient to integrate ingredients without flattening the bubbles.

Garnish & Finish

Express the oils of an orange slice over the glass by holding it cut-side down and giving it a quick squeeze near the rim, then drop the slice into the drink or rest it on the rim as garnish.

Serve immediately while the Cava is still effervescent. Provide a cocktail napkin or small straw if desired.