THE APEROL SPRITZ, 3 WAYS
3 Aperol Spritz variations — the classic, a rose & cream twist, and a refreshing frozen ginger spritz. Perfect for aperitivo or al fresco sipping.
Equipment
- Classic: Wine glass
- Rose & Cream: Cocktail shaker & Coupe glass.
- Ginger Slush: Blender & Stemless wine glass (or stainless steel wine tumbler)
Ingredients
Classic
- 2 ounces Aperol - ¼ cup
- 3 ounces Prosecco - ¼ cup + 2 Tablespoons
- 1 ounce Club Soda - 2 Tablespoons
- Orange Slice
Rose & Cream
- 1½ ounces Aperol - 3 Tablespoons
- ½ ounce Cream - 1 Tablespoon
- ¼ ounce Rose Simple Syrup - ½ Tablespoon (See how-to link below!)
- 1 Egg white
- 2 ounces Prosecco - ¼ cup
Ginger Slush
- 1½ ounces Aperol - 3 Tablespoons
- ½ ounce Ginger Simple Syrup - 1 Tablespoon (See how-to link below!)
- 4 ounces Prosecco - ½ cup
Instructions
Classic Spritz
- Fill a wine glass with Ice
- Add ingredients to wine glass
- Gently stir and serve with an orange slice
Rose & Cream Spritz
- Pour the Prosecco into the coupe glass.
- In a cocktail shaker, add Aperol, cream, rose simple syrup, and egg white.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds
- Add a handful of ice, and shake vigorously for another 20-30 seconds
- Strain into coupe glass.
Ginger Slush Spritz
- Add ingredients and 2 cups of ice to a blender and blend for 20 seconds
- Pour into stemless wine glass
Cin Cin!
Notes
Flavored Simple Syrup How-To Here: Versatile Simple Syrups
- Serving Note & Special Instructions:
- Garnish just before serving for the freshest presentation & aroma.
- Classic: Orange slice & Rosemary Sprig
- Rose & Cream: Dried edible rose petals
- Ginger Slush: Fresh basil, raspberries, ginger peels, & orange slice
- Pair with salty Italian bites like olives, crostini, cured meats, or cheese for a classic aperitivo experience.
- Garnish just before serving for the freshest presentation & aroma.
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