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Classic Aperol Spritz Cocktail (Easy 3-2-1 Recipe)

Lindsey Neumayer
This easy Aperol spritz recipe is made using a simple 3-2-1 ratio layered together right in the glass for near-immediate satisfaction. It’s sure to quench your thirst with perfect proportions of prosecco, Aperol, and sparkling water or seltzer. While it is seemingly the unofficial drink of summer, this cocktail works well at any gathering, particularly brunches or afternoon parties!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverages, Brunch, Cocktail, Cocktails
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 1
Calories 183 kcal

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Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ounces prosecco
  • 2 ounces Aperol
  • 1 ounce sparkling water or soda water, unflavored
  • ice cubes 1-inch in size
  • orange for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add ice to your wine glass.
  • Pour 3 ounces of prosecco into the glass.
  • Add in 2 ounces of Aperol.
  • Top with a generous one ounce splash of soda water.
  • Garnish with a slice of orange gently placed into the glass.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Troubleshooting Tips
  • right ratio - while it can be tempting to free-pour ingredients, it’s imperative to get the right balance of 3 parts prosecco to 2 parts Aperol to one part soda water. This “3-2-1 formula” will result in the perfect Aperol spritz every time!
  • too bitter - if you aren’t quite a fan of the bitter flavor of Aperol, you can add in a half ounce to an ounce of simple syrup to sweeten the drink up even more. You can also add in a few drops of a saline solution for drinks, as the salt cuts bitterness.
Substitutions & Variations
  • use a flavored soda - if you want a seasonal flavored spritz, you can add flavored soda like a blood orange soda or grapefruit soda. You can also add in fresh juice like grapefruit juice or blood orange juice!
  • stronger ABV - if you prefer a stronger cocktail, you can add up to a full ounce of vodka or gin.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 0.1gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 15gCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.3mg
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Keyword: al fresco, aperitif, low abv, low alcohol