Amaro Spritz
An Italian amaro such as Montenegro with prosecco and soda. Herbal, gently bitter and less sweet than an Aperol Spritz.
Built in glass · Wine glass · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 14% ABV
Ingredients
- 60 ml Amaro (e.g. Montenegro, Nonino)
- 90 ml Prosecco
- 30 ml Soda water
- Orange slice (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 60 ml Amaro (e.g. Montenegro, Nonino) into the glass
- Pour 90 ml prosecco into the glass
- Top with 30 ml soda water
- Stir once
- Garnish
Tip
Pick a softer amaro, like Montenegro or Nonino, for a rounder spritz.
About the Amaro Spritz
The spritz family. The spritz is said to date from Austrian rule in north-east Italy in the 1800s, when soldiers added a splash ("spritzen") of water to the local wine. Bitter aperitivo liqueurs and sparkling wine were added in the 20th century, and the spritz became a global summer drink in the 2000s.
Amaro Spritz FAQ
What's in an Amaro Spritz?
60 ml amaro (e.g. montenegro, nonino), 90 ml prosecco, 30 ml soda water, garnished with orange slice.
How strong is an Amaro Spritz?
About 14% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 2.1 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir an Amaro Spritz?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve an Amaro Spritz in?
A wine glass, about 450 ml. Serve it over ice. No wine glass? Use a large tumbler.
