Aperol Spritz Recipe – Refreshing Cocktail Idea

Aperol Spritz Recipe – Refreshing Cocktail Idea
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Looking for a bubbly, citrusy drink that’s perfect for warm days? 🍊 Say hello to the Aperol Spritz! This vibrant cocktail blends Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water to create a light, bittersweet drink that’s become a global summer favourite.

Originally born in the Veneto region of Italy 🇮🇹, the Aperol Spritz was designed to be light and low in alcohol. Over the years, it’s gained popularity across Europe and North America, now a staple on cocktail menus everywhere. Its appeal lies in the balance of ingredients: dry Prosecco 🥂, bittersweet Aperol, and fizzy club soda 🧊. Garnished with a fresh slice of orange, it’s as pretty as it is delicious.

This Aperol Spritz recipe uses the classic 3:2:1 ratio (3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol, and 1 part soda), making it easy to scale up for group servings. Whether you’re lounging on the patio 🪴 or planning a picnic in the park 🌳, this cocktail is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

At Elevate Kitchen, we’re all about effortless recipes that look impressive without being complicated. If you enjoy our 🍃 Mojito recipe for its zesty lime and mint flavour or our 🍓 Rhubarb Custard Bars for their tangy-sweet bite, you’ll love adding this Aperol Spritz to your seasonal favourites. It pairs beautifully with light appetizers, charcuterie, or even a sunny afternoon with a book in hand. ☀️📖.

We’ve also included serving tips, garnish ideas, and a few twists you can try to make it your own ✨. Whether you’re new to cocktail-making or a seasoned mixologist, this Aperol Spritz recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again.

So grab your favourite wine glass 🍷, pop open a bottle of chilled Prosecco, and let’s toast to simple pleasures and warm weather. Scroll down for the full recipe card, printable instructions, and a few other summer cocktail favourites we think you’ll love! 🥂

🍊 Aperol Spritz Recipe – Effortless Italian Refreshment

This Aperol Spritz recipe is the ultimate summer cocktail: light, zesty, and bubbly, with a perfect balance of sweet and bitter. Rooted in Venetian culture since the early 1900s, it's now a favorite worldwide for warm-weather sipping. Simple and elegant, this drink brings Italian flair to your glass
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 135

Ingredients
  

  • 3 oz Prosecco dry/brut
  • 2 oz Aperol
  • 1 oz club soda or sparkling water
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 slice of orange for garnish

Method
 

  1. Fill a large wine glass generously with ice.
  2. Pour in the Prosecco, then the Aperol, following the iconic 3‑2‑1 ratio (3 parts Prosecco : 2 parts Aperol : 1 part soda)
  3. Add club soda and stir gently to blend without flattening the bubbles.
  4. Garnish with a fresh orange slice. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

💡 Notes & Variations

  • Adjust sweetness/bitterness: To mellow the bitterness, decrease Aperol or increase Prosecco/soda.
  • Low-alcohol option: Add more soda for a lighter version.
  • Glass choice: Serve in a wine- or balloon-style glass to preserve effervescence.
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