It takes just 4 ingredients and mere seconds to make this aperol spritz, which is bubbly, zesty, and refreshing in the best way! My take on this delicious Italian cocktail recipe requires no special skills or tools; we make it all summer long! ![]() To me, nothing beats dining alfresco on a hot summer afternoon, especially if youâre snacking on the perfect dip, a cheese board, or a simple burrata platter with crusty bread and delicious fixings. But proper outdoor dining must start with a refreshing drink, don't you agree? And one of my favorites is aperol spritz. So, allow me to introduce you to my take on this Italian cocktail, an easy aperol spritz recipe you can make with just 4 ingredients and in mere seconds! In this post...What is aperol?Aperol is a low-alcohol (11% ABV) Italian bitter typically served as an aperitif before a meal to stimulate the appetite. It is made with rhubarb, oranges, gentian root, cinchona bark, and more. With its perfectly balanced sweet, bitter, and herby flavor, aperol is less polarizing than the better-known Italian aperitif, campari, which is too bitter in comparison. Aperol is best known for its use in the popular bubbly Italian cocktail, the aperol spritz, which is perfect for sipping on a sunny afternoon, but equally refreshing in the fall. ![]() Aperol spritzKristina, who is on our team, spent some time studying food nutrition in Italy â thatâs when she became quite familiar with this popular orange Italian cocktail! It wasnât uncommon for her group to walk down the streets of Rome at the end of the work day to find many enjoying a little afternoon aperol spritz. Classic aperol spritz is made of aperol, prosecco, and club soda (or soda water). In my recipe, I skip the club soda in favor of a little freshly squeezed orange juice. Orange juice adds a little natural sweetness to balance the bitterness of the aperol. Any navel oranges would work, but this time I used cara cara oranges, which are pink fleshed and a tad sweeter than regular navel oranges. And, thanks to the prosecco, the cocktail is still plenty fizzy without the addition of club soda. Mixed in a large wine glass with plenty of ice, this cocktail is the perfect light drink to relax. Aperol spritz ingredientsWith just a few ingredients, you can have a cold, refreshing aperol spritz in a flash!
How to make aperol spritzThis simple Italian cocktail doesnât require any special equipment, and it comes together in like 30 seconds. To make this aperol spritz recipe, simply fill a wine glass with ice (almost to the top of the glass). Pour in 1 ½ ounces fresh orange juice (if using), and equal parts Aperol and dry prosecco (about 3 ounces each). Because this aperol cocktail recipe is so simple, you could easily eyeball the ingredients and adjust to your taste. Want it sweeter? Add more orange juice. Need more bubbles? Top it off with a splash of prosecco. The beauty of this Italian cocktail is that it can be changed to suit you! And while you might not end up with a classic aperol spritz, you will still have a light, fresh cocktail to sip. ![]() Important tips for this Italian aperol cocktail
What to serve it withThis refreshing cocktail is usually served as an aperitif before meals to stimulate oneâs appetite. Serve it with light Italian or Mediterranean-style nibbles. I mentioned my favorite burrata platter earlier, but antipasto skewers, a simple tomato bruschetta, or a plate of whipped feta with a side of pita chips are all good ideas! If you want to serve a little something sweet and salty, try melons wrapped in prosciutto. I also like it with small seafood bites like shrimp wraps or smoked salmon. Try this drink nextBrowse all Mediterranean Recipes ![]() Easy Aperol Spritz Recipe
My 4-ingredient aperol spritz is bubbly, zesty, and refreshing! You don't need any special tools or skills, it takes seconds to make. I used some freshly squeezed orange juice from a cara cara orange to add some sweetness to counter the bitterness of the aperol. But any navel orange will work instead. Serve this cocktail before a meal with light Italian or Mediterranean-style nibbles (check out my ideas up in the post).
Course Drinks
Cuisine Italian
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 1 minute
Servings 1 glass
Calories 193.1kcal
Author Suzy Karadsheh
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Nutrition
Calories: 193.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.4g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3.6g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 21.3mg | Calcium: 4.7mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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