Aperol Spritz Recipe
A classic Aperol Spritz made with chilled Prosecco, Aperol and soda water in a simple 3-2-1 ratio, served over ice with an orange slice.
Contains: Sulfites
Prosecco commonly contains sulfites. Alcoholic beverage formulations and processing can vary, so check the labels of the exact Aperol and Prosecco you use if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
WHY IT WORKS
Why This Recipe Works
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Classic 3-2-1 Balance
Three parts Prosecco, two parts Aperol and one part soda water give the spritz its familiar bittersweet, sparkling balance.
02
Keep Everything Cold
Chilled ingredients and plenty of ice keep the drink crisp and refreshing while slowing rapid dilution.
03
Stir Briefly
One or two gentle stirs combine the drink without knocking out more of the Prosecco and soda carbonation than necessary.
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THE RECIPE
Ingredients & Method
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Method
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Fill a large stemmed wine glass generously with ice cubes.
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Pour in the chilled Prosecco, followed by the Aperol and then the chilled soda water. Stir gently once or twice to combine without flattening the bubbles.
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Garnish with the orange slice and serve immediately.
COOKING GUIDANCE
Practical Cooking Notes
Make Ahead
Chill the Prosecco, Aperol and soda water in advance. You can slice the orange shortly before serving, but assemble the spritz only when you are ready to drink it so the ice and carbonation stay at their best.
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Recipe Notes
Ingredient Notes
Use well-chilled Prosecco and plain, unsweetened soda water. Aperol supplies the bittersweet orange and herbal character, while a fresh orange slice gives the classic simple garnish.
Useful Substitutions
Another dry sparkling white wine can replace the Prosecco, although the drink will be less traditional. Plain sparkling water or club soda can replace soda water; keep either option well chilled.
INGREDIENT QUALITY
Quality Note
Use freshly opened, well-chilled Prosecco and cold soda water. Build the drink over plenty of ice and stir only briefly so the finished spritz stays lively and sparkling.
SPEND LESS
Cost-Saving Tip
If you are making only one or two spritzes, a smaller bottle of Prosecco can help reduce leftover sparkling wine while keeping Prosecco as the defining sparkling ingredient.
COOKING TIPS
Tips
Chill the Ingredients
Cold Prosecco, Aperol and soda water help the ice last longer and keep the finished spritz lively rather than watery.
Use Plenty of Ice
Fill the glass generously with ice. A fuller glass stays colder and generally dilutes more slowly than a glass with only a few cubes.
Add Prosecco First
Pour the Prosecco before the Aperol, then finish with soda water. This makes the drink easy to combine with only a brief stir.
Stir Only Briefly
A gentle stir is enough. Vigorous mixing knocks out carbonation and makes the spritz taste flatter more quickly.
MAKE IT LAST
Storing & Serving
Serve Immediately
An assembled Aperol Spritz does not store well because the ice melts and the carbonation fades. Keep the individual bottles chilled and mix each drink only when you are ready to serve it.
ESTIMATED PER SERVING
Nutrition
1 cocktail
Nutrition information is an estimate. Where shown, % Daily Value uses standard US Daily Values for adults and children aged 4+; actual values vary with ingredient brands, exact quantities and portion size.
QUESTIONS
Aperol Spritz FAQs
What is the classic Aperol Spritz ratio?
A simple 3-2-1 ratio works well: 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol and 1 part soda water. For one drink, this recipe uses 6 tablespoons (tbsp) Prosecco, 4 tablespoons (tbsp) Aperol and 2 tablespoons (tbsp) soda water.
What kind of Prosecco should I use?
Brut or Extra Dry Prosecco both work well. Choose one you enjoy, chill it thoroughly and use it soon after opening so the spritz stays bright and sparkling.
Should I stir an Aperol Spritz?
Yes, but only gently. One or two brief stirs are enough to combine the Aperol, Prosecco and soda water without unnecessarily knocking out the bubbles.
Can I make an Aperol Spritz ahead of time?
Chill the bottles and prepare the orange garnish in advance, but assemble the drink just before serving. Premixing lets the carbonation escape and gives the ice more time to dilute the spritz.
Can I use sparkling water instead of soda water?
Yes. Plain, unsweetened sparkling water or club soda works well. Avoid flavored sparkling water if you want to keep the drink close to the classic Aperol Spritz.
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