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Bright, bubbly, and oh-so-refreshing—this Aperol spritz is like Italian sunshine in a glass.

This past spring, Michael and I visited our son in Europe while he was studying abroad. Nearly every afternoon, we treated ourselves to an Aperol spritz at a sidewalk café. It’s the perfect drink after a day of walking and sightseeing—refreshing, bubbly, and not too strong. Over there, it’s simply called a “spritz,” and while the exact apéritif can vary, this classic Italian cocktail is all about easy, laid-back enjoyment.

Traditionally, it’s made with 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol (a vibrant liqueur with a unique bitter-sweet flavor), and 1 part soda water. I like to go a bit lighter on the Aperol for a less bitter, more bubbly drink. Serve it over ice, garnish with an orange slice, and let it add a little brightness to your day!

What You’ll Need To Make An Aperol Spritz

Prosecco: This sparkling wine from the Veneto region of Italy, named after the village of Prosecco, is known for its light, refreshing taste. Its crisp acidity and fine bubbles make it an excellent base for cocktails. No need to use anything pricey.

Aperol: This Italian apéritif with a vibrant orange hue and citrusy, bittersweet flavor has a lower alcohol content than other apéritifs.

Soda Water: Adds a fizzy lift to the spritz.

Orange Slice: Traditional garnish that adds a pop of color and fresh citrus flavor.

Fill a wine glass or a large stem glass halfway with ice and pour in the Prosecco.

Add the Aperol and soda water.

Stir to combine, then garnish with an orange slice and enjoy!

Print Aperol Spritz

By Jennifer Segal

When you want to unwind with an easy, refreshing cocktail, an Aperol spritz hits the spot with just the right bitter-sweet fizz.

Servings: 1 drink

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Ingredients 

Ice

6 oz Prosecco, chilled

1 to 2 oz Aperol, to taste

2 oz soda water, chilled

Orange slice

Instructions

Fill a wine glass or a large stem glass halfway with ice. Pour the Prosecco into the glass, followed by the Aperol and soda water. Gently stir to mix the ingredients and garnish with an orange slice.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (1 servings)Serving: 1 drinkCalories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 22mgSugar: 4g

This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in fresh produce, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe. Furthermore, different online calculators provide different results depending on their own nutrition fact sources and algorithms. To obtain the most accurate nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Gluten-Free Adaptable Note

To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.

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— Jennifer on October 4, 2025

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