Aperol Spritz

An aperitif cocktail made with Prosecco, Aperol and soda water. Traditionally served in a large wine glass with ice and a slice of orange. Great for those warm sunny afternoons with friends.

History

Aperol Spritz became popular in the 1950s, inspired by the Venetian mix of white wine and soda. The drink uses the Italian aperitif Aperol, which originated in Padua, Italy, in 1919 as a light liqueur alternative.

In 2003 the Aperol brand was acquired by Gruppo Campari. The group promoted Aperol Spritz as ‘the perfect drink for social occasions’ and massively increasing their sales. The beer and spirit expert from Waitrose, Anne Jones, said: “Aperol has soared in popularity as Waitrose shoppers look for a summer cocktail alternative.”

A ready-to-drink version of the Aperol Spritz was launched by the company in 2011, which contained just 8% alcohol. This was intended to give consumers the chance to enjoy the drink at home with minimal effort, simply adding ice and a slice of orange.

How to make one yourself

Ingredients:

Aperol

Prosecco

Soda Water

We love the 3-2-1 recipe:

• Get a large wine glass and add some ice

• Pour 75ml of Prosecco (3 x shots), into the glass

• Pour 50ml Aperol (2 x shots) added in a circular motion

• Add a dash of soda water (1 x shot)

• Garnish with a slice of orange