Aperol Orange Spritz Crush Recipe

Cocktail

1. 1

   Prepare glass

   Choose a large wine glass or Collins glass. Fill the glass about 3/4 full with crushed ice, leaving room at the top for pouring and gentle stirring.

2. 2

   Build the drink

   Over the crushed ice, pour 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz fresh orange juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup if you prefer a slightly sweeter profile.

3. 3

   Top with bubbles

   Slowly add 3 oz chilled Prosecco, allowing it to cascade over the ice and mix gently with the Aperol and orange. Finish with 1 oz club soda to brighten and lengthen the drink.

4. 4

   Stir gently

   Using a long bar spoon, give the cocktail one or two gentle, slow stirs to combine — avoid vigorous stirring to preserve carbonation.

5. 5

   Garnish and serve

   Garnish with 1 fresh orange slice tucked on the rim or floated in the drink and an optional mint sprig. Serve with a straw or stirring stick. Enjoy immediately while cold and effervescent.