An Aperol Spritz Recipe To Recreate At Home; Key Tips Included
The low alcohol content of the Aperol spritz makes it an appealing drink option as well as a versatile cocktail which surged in global popularity during the turn of the post-pandemic era – when travels to European countries witnessed a boom. The 20th century classic is best known as a low-proof drink that is famously paired with seafood or Italian plates of pasta and pizza, famously identified as a summer cocktail option. Distinguished by its striking orange hue, the minimal ingredient libation is best sipped when garnished with a slice of citrus and over ice in a large wine glass.
Three-Step Aperol Spritz Recipe [Serves 2]
Ingredients
- 30 ml Italian bitter liqueur
- 45 ml prosecco
- 30 ml club soda
- Orange slice, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- Combine the bitter liqueur, prosecco and club soda in an ice-filled wine glass.
- Stir well to combine but just enough to ensure that the sparkling wine does not lose its fizz.
- Garnish with a slice of orange and serve with a straw.
Key Tips To Make The Perfect Aperol Spritz
- Always pour in the prosecco followed by the liqueur and then top up with soda water to prevent the Italian bitter from settling at the bottom of the wine glass.
- A brut or extra dry prosecco variety are best choices to utilise for the cocktail since both variants balance the sweetness of the liqueur better than a sweeter sparkling wine.
- Avoid over-the-top garnishes and stick to the classic orange slice for an elevation of aroma and citrus profiles.
- A wide wine glass enables plenty of room for bubbles from the prosecco and soda to move freely – helping enhance presentation and fragrance.
- Adding ice before pouring in any of the ingredients not only helps reduce their temperature, but also helps maintain a consistent temperature of the serving glass while sipping.
*Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
