Where does Aperol Spritz come from?

Aperol Spritz originated in the Veneto region of Italy and was traditionally consumed there as an aperitif to stimulate the appetite.

When do you drink Aperol Spritz?

Aperol Spritz is often enjoyed as an aperitif, but can be enjoyed at any time of the day as a refreshing cocktail. It is especially popular during the summer months and on terraces and at festive occasions.

What flavor does Aperol Spritz have?

Aperol Spritz has a slightly bitter taste due to the Aperol and a sweet taste from the prosecco, with a hint of orange.

Can I replace the red berries with other fruits?

Yes, you can replace the red berries with other fruits like raspberries or blackberries for a different flavor.

How do I make the ice cubes with cranberry juice?

Fill an ice cube tray halfway with cranberry juice and the other half with water. Add cranberries or red berries and sprigs of rosemary and let freeze in the freezer.

Aperol Spritz

Name: Aperol Spritz
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1P
Ingredients: 8 ml Aperol; 15 ml cava; 10 ml tonic; 1 bunch of red berries; 1 slice of orange; 1 sprig of rosemary; Cranberry juice and water; Red berries, cranberries, and rosemary sprigs as decoration

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Aperol is a super popular aperitif to toast with! For Christmas, I made an extra festive version with cranberries and rosemary.

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Ingredients

What do you need?

Quantity: 1P

8 ml Aperol
15 ml cava
10 ml tonic
1 bunch of red berries
1 slice of orange
1 sprig of rosemary

Ice cubes
Cranberry juice and water
Red berries, cranberries, and rosemary sprigs as decoration

8 ml Aperol
15 ml cava
10 ml tonic
1 bunch of red berries
1 slice of orange
1 sprig of rosemary

Cranberry juice and water
Red berries, cranberries, and rosemary sprigs as decoration

Preparation method

How do you make this?

The day before, you will fill your ice cube trays, half with cranberry juice and the other half with water. In the water, you will see the decoration nicely placed, so add cranberries or red currants with sprigs of rosemary, and let them freeze in the freezer.

In a large balloon glass, pour the Aperol, tonic, and cava.

For each glass, add 2 cranberry juice ice cubes and also a few ice cubes with berries and rosemary.

Add another slice of orange, a sprig of rosemary, and a straw, let’s get that party started!