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Aperol Spritz Recipe | How To Make An Aperol Spritz

Aperol Spritz cocktails scream summer and holidays, and with the weather starting to warm up, what better time to practice making this delicious drink? The classic Aperol Spritz has the perfect balance of sweet and bitter notes, and there are variations you can try once you’ve mastered the traditional recipe. 

What's In An Aperol Spritz?

A traditional Aperol Spritz is an Italian cocktail that’s based on Aperol, Prosecco and soda, but there are countless alternative recipes to try that add additional flavours and delicious ingredients into the mix. 

How To Make An Aperol Spritz

An Aperol Spritz looks fancy but it’s a surprisingly easy drink to make and is ideal for summer, whether you’re poolside, enjoying a BBQ with friends or looking for a refreshing post-dinner drink. 

Equipment Needed


Ingredients Needed 

Method

  1. Add the lime juice, gin, Aperol and Oleo Saccharum to the glass along with some ice and stir thoroughly to chill the ingredients. 
  2. Top up with tonic water and add more crushed ice to the glass. 
  3. Garnish with the orange and add a straw to serve. 

Alternative Aperol Spritz Recipes

Part of the reason this is such a popular cocktail recipe is that it can be tweaked to your preferences, whether you want different flavours or a non-alcoholic version. These are a few of our favourite takes on the classic Aperol Spritz cocktail. 

Cherry & Coconut Aperol Spritz

Refreshing and fruity, this spin on the classic Aperol Spritz is one you’re going to enjoy having in your recipe repertoire. 

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Equipment Needed

  • Spritz glass
  • Stirring spoon
  • Spirit measure

Ingredients Needed

  • 25ml coconut rum
  • 25ml Aperol
  • 15ml ODK cherry puree
  • 75ml Mediterranean tonic water
  • Prosecco
  • Orange and mint for garnish

Method

  1. Add the rum, Aperol, cherry puree to a glass and add your desired amount of tonic water, depending on the size of your glass.  
  2. Add ice and stir to combine.
  3. Top up with prosecco and garnish. Serve immediately.

Aperol Spritz Mocktail

This recipe is ideal for those who don’t want to drink – it’s alcohol-free but doesn’t lack any of the tastiness of the traditional recipe. 

Equipment Needed

  • Aperol Spritz Glass 
  • Stirring spoon
  • Spirit measure

Ingredients Needed

Method

  1. Add the Not Gin, Monin Orange Spritz and ice to a glass and stir to combine and chill the ingredients. 
  2. Top up with more ice and tonic water, then garnish with the orange and mint. Serve immediately. 

Conclusion

Whether you want to extend your cocktail recipes or you are looking for a zesty cocktail for the warmer months that will evoke holidays and sunshine, the Aperol Spritz is a perfect choice.