Aperol Spritz
This is the classic Spritz you asked for, a delightful low-ABV concoction that perfectly balances bitter orange with bright prosecco and effervescent soda. It's an essential Italian aperitivo, scaled for one refreshing serving.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aperol
- 3 oz chilled Prosecco
- 1 oz soda water
Instructions
- Fill a large wine glass or Japanese-style highball glass generously with ice.
- Pour in the Aperol.
- Add the chilled Prosecco.
- Top with soda water.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh orange slice.
Glassware: Large wine glass
Garnish: Orange slice
History
The Aperol Spritz is a modern classic that truly took off in popularity in the early 21st century, though Aperol itself dates back to 1919. It's a simple, effervescent drink rooted in the Venetian tradition of the spritz, which traditionally involved white wine and soda water. The addition of Aperol, with its distinctive orange hue and bittersweet flavor, made it an iconic and universally loved aperitivo.