The dog days of summer call for a refreshing twist on the Aperol Spritz. If you’re an Aperol or Hugo Spritz lover, give this recipe a try. The keys to this recipe are the right glass – it needs to be an 18 oz wine glass or it’s just not as fun. These crystal wine glasses from Amazon have a nice modern shape and an affordable price point.
Strawberry Aperol Spritz
Hot summer days are perfect for this twist on the classic Aperol Spritz
Equipment
- 18 oz wine glasses Large wine glasses are a MUST
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aperol
- 3 oz Chilled prosecco
- 2 strawberries, muddled
- 1 large slice orange
- 1 oz ginger beer (optional)
- .5 oz simple syrup
- ice
Instructions
- Muddle the strawberries inside the cocktail shaker
- Add Aperol to the shaker and shake
- If you like a sweeter drink, add a bit simple syrup to sweeten it
- Place the Aperol and strawberry mixture to the bottom of the glass
- Add ice
- Add an orange slice
- Add prosecco
- Optional: Top with a bit of ginger beer (it adds a little bite to the cocktail but it's also great without it)
- Enjoy!
Notes
Strawberry puree can be used if you prefer not to have muddled fruit in your drink.
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