Aperol Spritz (Aperol, Prosecco and Soda Water)
Why this recipe works
- Cold and sparkling: Well-chilled prosecco and soda keep the drink bright, crisp and refreshing.
- Bittersweet balance: Aperol brings gentle bitterness and orange sweetness, while prosecco adds fruitiness and lift.
- Made to order: The drink is built straight in the glass, so it comes together quickly with very little equipment.
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Timing notes
- Serve straight away: A spritz is at its best immediately after mixing, before the ice dilutes the drink and the bubbles fade.
- Chill before pouring: Use well-chilled prosecco, soda water and, if possible, a chilled glass for the cleanest, most refreshing finish.
Cocktail variations
- Try a different bitter aperitif: Swap Aperol for another Italian-style bitter aperitif for a drier, more assertive spritz.
- Use another sparkling wine: Prosecco gives the classic fruity profile, but another dry sparkling wine can be used for a slightly different finish.
- Make it lighter: Use a little more soda water and pour gently to keep the drink fresh, bubbly and lower in intensity.
Alcohol-free alternatives
- Alcohol-free spritz style: Use a non-alcoholic bitter orange aperitif with alcohol-free sparkling wine or sparkling water for a similar bittersweet profile.
- Keep the fizz: Choose a dry alcohol-free sparkling option rather than a sweet soda to preserve the crisp aperitivo character.
Common mistakes
- Losing the bubbles: Pour the prosecco gently and stir only briefly; too much agitation makes the spritz taste flat.
- Mixing too early: Do not batch this drink far ahead, as the fizz and balance deteriorate quickly once it is mixed with ice.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass with the ice cubes. Pour in the Aperol.
- Top up with the chilled prosecco, pouring gently to keep the bubbles. Add the soda water and give it one brief stir.
- Garnish with the orange slice and serve straight away while well chilled.
Recipe notes
Tips
- Chill the glass for a few minutes beforehand for the coldest, most refreshing spritz.
- Pour the prosecco down the side of the glass to preserve the fizz, then add the soda water last.
Substitutions
- Replace Prosecco with sparkling wine for a similar, slightly less fruity finish.
- Replace Navel orange with Orange for the garnish if that is what you have.
Storage
- Best made to order. Once mixed, the drink quickly loses its fizz and dilution changes the balance.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 glasses
- Total time: 5min (5min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Italian
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