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Aperol Spritz
A bittersweet, citrusy Italian spritz with vivid orange color.
Base spirit
Aperitif
Style
Spritz
Glassware
Wine glass
Technique
Build
The Aperol Spritz mixes Aperol, prosecco, and soda water into a bright, bittersweet aperitif with low alcohol and high refreshment. Its flavor sits between herbal bitterness and gentle orange sweetness. Served over ice with an orange slice, it’s iconic in modern spritz culture.
Did you know?
“The Aperol Spritz surged globally after Aperol’s early 2000s marketing campaigns positioned it as the quintessential light aperitivo.”
Source:Imbibe; Italian aperitivo archives
Bartender's Note
Do not overshake—this drink is built to preserve bubbles.
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How to make the Aperol Spritz
- 1Fill a wine glass with ice
- 2Add Aperol
- 3Top with prosecco and a splash of soda water
- 4Stir gently to combine
- 5Garnish with an orange slice and serve
