Aperol Grapefruit Spritz

Name: Aperol Grapefruit Spritz
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 oz Aperol; 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice; 2 oz prosecco (chilled); 1 oz soda water (chilled); as needed ice cubes; 1 grapefruit slice (for garnish)

A bold twist on the classic Italian aperitivo that replaces prosecco with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for a tangier, more citrus-forward spritz. The bittersweet Aperol and tart grapefruit are a natural match.

5 minEasyServes 1235 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 oz Aperol
3 oz fresh grapefruit juice
2 oz prosecco (chilled)
1 oz soda water (chilled)
as needed ice cubes
1 grapefruit slice (for garnish)

Instructions

1

Fill a large wine glass generously with as needed ice cubes.
2

Pour in 3 oz Aperol and 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice.
3

Add 2 oz prosecco (chilled) and 1 oz soda water (chilled), then stir very gently just to combine - preserve the bubbles.
4

Garnish with 1 grapefruit slice (for garnish) on the rim and serve immediately.

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Questions

Can I make Aperol Grapefruit Spritz without alcohol?

The alcohol here is 3 oz Aperol and 2 oz prosecco (chilled). Replace a base spirit with the same volume of a zero-proof spirit, or with chilled tea or tonic for bite; replace sparkling wine with sparkling water and a squeeze of citrus. Keep every other line as written, and expect a lighter, sweeter drink, since alcohol also carries bitterness and body.

Is Aperol Grapefruit Spritz keto-friendly?

A serving of Aperol Grapefruit Spritz carries 16 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 80 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 16 percent.

How many calories are in Aperol Grapefruit Spritz?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) is about 235 calories, with 0 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 40 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Aperol Grapefruit Spritz for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 1. Halved, the Aperol drops from 3 oz to 1 1/2 oz; doubled, it is 6 oz. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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