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Aperol Spritz / Aperitivo Spritz
Slightly sweet, herbal, refreshing and quaffable. The good folk at Aperol, the aperitivo liqueur brand most identified with the Spritz, recommend equal...
2nd March at 08:46
I have a debate at work: Do you gently stir this cocktail after pouring? I said NO, NEVER but i faced heavy resistance! Any opinion on this?
2nd March at 09:46
Ideally, pour ingredients to chilled glass before adding ice. The action of the ice elevates any need to stir. Stirring does impact fizz.
27th October 2024 at 19:42
First time having one of these since I rarely order something so simple when I'm out (and there are more complex/interesting options available). I get it, though. Simple, but tasty and refreshing, especially for a summer afternoon. I taste sweet prosecco and sweet orange up front, with a little bitter on the back end to help balance things out. Easy sipping.
17th October 2024 at 08:47
I had a few of these for the first time on holiday in the med last week. Very pleasant in the still glowing October sunshine. No Aperol at home or to be fair the desire to buy some but a little experimenting led to a more than fair and perhaps even improved Campari sub/gentler Spritz Veneziano if you like. So 125 ml Cava, 30 ml Campari, 40 ml soda and 5 ml Monin (2:1) Cane Sugar Syrup.
11th October 2024 at 20:18
I've been touring Italy recently and I'm simply astonished at the ubiquity of the all-conquering Aperol Spritz - no-one seems to be drinking anything else! The AS is on every table at every bar, plugged on every chalkboard, clutched in every fist. An unremarkable drink with ridiculous penetration. I long to see it eclipsed by - well, by anything!
13th October 2024 at 13:28
True. Most people, however, are not cocktail enthusiasts and the success of Aperol Spritz is easy to explain. It is light and sweet, with enough bitterness to suit an aperitivo. It Is colorful and easy to replicate. Also, it has strong roots into tradition and it is not at all an imported fashion.
At some point in the future there will be another drink taking the scene, no doubt, but you must admit it won't be easy.
At some point in the future there will be another drink taking the scene, no doubt, but you must admit it won't be easy.
3rd August 2024 at 12:00
I never drink Prosecco. Too light and no body. Luxembourg Crémant is far better (and generally cheaper) both on its own and in cocktails like Apero Spritz…
17th July 2024 at 15:37
Quite like it! First thought it was too sweet for me but then the ice started to melt. Now it’s perfect. I really like the orange slices as garnish too. Gives it an extra fresh citrusy smell.
8th July 2024 at 12:59
We had Aperol spritzs in Italy a few years back. Now my fav is 2 Aperol + 3 champagne brut. My California fav is Domain Chandon brut.
30th May 2024 at 10:00
The Aperol Spritz is quite refreshing, however I find 60ml or 2oz of Aperol to be a bit much, which I personally find an Aperol Spritz to be better with 45ml or 1 1/2oz of Aperol Instead, which overall it’s still a solid cocktail worth trying if you haven’t in my opinion
14th June at 13:07
seconded! I tried 1/3, 1/2 and 2/3 and 45 ml aperol to 90 ml proseco works best for me as well
2nd January 2024 at 01:52
Notes: Aperol is one of the more sweet bitters. The 3:2:1 can be a little cloying depending on the prosecco, but is overall a refreshing drink. More recent versions seem to be 2:2+(splash soda), but I go the opposite way and cut it with more soda to thin out the syrupy notes and mouthfeel. Begs to be updated with a different aperitivo and curated prosecco.
29th September 2024 at 17:46
It's more dry and even a little better with Campari.
8th December 2023 at 08:56
Wonderfully refreshing drink made to spec- but sorry Aperol, the go to Aperitivo in our house is Luxardo, so so so much better...or the OG Select.
29th July 2023 at 06:58
This cocktail is great if you want a mouthful of bitter. That’s all it is. Bitter. It was palatable after I dumped in almost an equal measure of simple syrup. If you like a powerful bitter flavor profile in your drinks you’ll be happy with this.
29th September 2024 at 17:49
Definitely avoid Campari unless you want to start seeing carmine-red nightmares.
22nd October 2023 at 12:22
I agree, this is nothing but unpleasantly bitter.
30th December 2022 at 06:25
Had some really terrible Aperol Spritz this summer - what is it with all the soda and barely a measured double of Aperol (if you're lucky!)?
3-2-1 was the advertising campaign all through Italy and France 10 years ago but 2-2-a splash better still or just use Campari for a more grown-up taste.
3-2-1 was the advertising campaign all through Italy and France 10 years ago but 2-2-a splash better still or just use Campari for a more grown-up taste.
29th December 2022 at 13:22
If you like a bitter note to your cocktails then try swapping the soda for tonic water.
27th October 2024 at 19:39
Great tip!
24th May 2022 at 22:39
Actually, maybe Aperol has changed their recommendation, but it is now 3:2:1
https://www.aperol.com/product/aperol-spritz-ritual/
• Fill a white wine glass with ice
• Pour 3 parts of Prosecco D.O.C. (9cl)
• Followed by 2 parts of Aperol (6cl)
• And 1 splash of soda (3cl)
• Garnish with an orange slice
https://www.aperol.com/product/aperol-spritz-ritual/
• Fill a white wine glass with ice
• Pour 3 parts of Prosecco D.O.C. (9cl)
• Followed by 2 parts of Aperol (6cl)
• And 1 splash of soda (3cl)
• Garnish with an orange slice
25th May 2022 at 07:40
3:2:1 was Aperol's original recipe and the one recommended by IBA and others. However, circa 2019 Aperol started pushing equal parts. Their UK website still has their "Combine Prosecco D.O.C. followed by Aperol in equal parts. Add a dash of soda" recipe.
27th July 2021 at 09:29
Thanks for the recipe, the cocktail is really delicious. But the most delicious spritz I tasted was at my brother's birthday. He booked the nyc caterers https://alchemiq.com/ and it was great choice.
6th July 2020 at 13:50
Nothing could be more refreshing than this on a hot summer afternoon.
J'ai une recette intéressante de chez Ferrand je crois que j'ai un peu modifié car je trouve l'association aperol/prosecco seul un peu brutal... 9 cl Aperol
1 cl de triple sec
Presser 3 cl d'orange
Glace pilée grossière
Barater
3 cl de Schweppes
12 cl prosecco
(2 traits d'Angostura bitters )
1 belle grosse rondelle d'orange du Portugal glissée le long du verre
Compléter de glace pilée
Mon épouse adore ce cocktail en été..