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Aperol Spritz

A refreshing Italian aperitif cocktail made with Aperol, prosecco, and soda water, known for its distinctive orange color and bittersweet flavor.

3 minEasyServes 1170 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 3 oz Aperol
  • 3 oz prosecco (chilled), chilled
  • 1 oz soda water
  • 1 orange slice (for garnish)
  • as needed ice cubes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a wine glass with as needed ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour in 3 oz Aperol, followed by 3 oz chilled prosecco (chilled).

  3. 3

    Add a splash of 1 oz soda water and stir gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Garnish with an 1 orange slice (for garnish) and serve immediately.

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Questions

Can I make Aperol Spritz without alcohol?

The alcohol here is 3 oz Aperol and 3 oz prosecco (chilled), 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 Spritz low-carb?

A serving of Aperol Spritz carries 8 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many carbs are in Aperol Spritz?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) has 8 g of carbohydrate in about 170 calories, with 0 g protein and 0 g fat, plus 30 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Aperol 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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