Aperol Spritz
Three parts prosecco, two parts Aperol, a splash of soda. Bright, lightly bitter and made in a minute.
Built in glass · Wine glass · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 8% ABV
Ingredients
- 90 ml Prosecco
- 60 ml Aperol
- 30 ml Soda water
- Orange slice (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 90 ml prosecco into the glass
- Pour 60 ml Aperol into the glass
- Top with 30 ml soda water
- Stir once
- Garnish
Tip
Pour the prosecco first so the Aperol mixes itself in with barely a stir.
About the Aperol Spritz
Aperol was launched in Padua in 1919. The Aperol Spritz became popular in north-east Italy in the 1950s, and a big marketing push in the 2000s made it a worldwide summer drink.
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.
Aperol Spritz FAQ
What's in an Aperol Spritz?
90 ml prosecco, 60 ml aperol, 30 ml soda water, garnished with orange slice.
How strong is an Aperol Spritz?
About 8% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.3 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir an Aperol Spritz?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve an Aperol Spritz in?
A wine glass, about 450 ml. Serve it over ice. No wine glass? Use a large tumbler.
