Description
Warm winter nights come alive with this Winter Aperol Spritz, blending Italian cocktail charm and seasonal comfort. Sparkling prosecco and rich aperol create a festive drink perfect for cold evenings when celebrations call for something special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits and Liqueurs:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) Aperol
- 3–5 ounces (90–150 milliliters) Prosecco
Juices:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) cranberry juice cocktail
- 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) lemon juice
Garnish:
- Rosemary
- Fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Chill a large wine glass by filling it completely with ice cubes to create a frosty base for the cocktail.
- Measure and pour Aperol into the iced glass, allowing the vibrant orange liqueur to settle against the ice.
- Introduce cranberry juice, creating a rich crimson layer that will blend with the Aperol’s amber tone.
- Add fresh lemon juice to provide a tangy brightness and balance the drink’s sweetness.
- Delicately cascade Prosecco over the mixture, allowing it to naturally integrate and create a effervescent top layer.
- Use a long bar spoon to gently swirl the ingredients, ensuring a harmonious blend without disrupting the drink’s delicate bubbles.
- Enhance the presentation by artfully placing a fragrant rosemary sprig and a handful of plump, fresh cranberries as a festive winter garnish.
Notes
- Swap cranberry juice for pomegranate juice to enhance the winter flavor profile and add more antioxidants.
- Use frozen cranberries instead of fresh ones to keep the drink chilled without diluting the cocktail.
- Adjust Prosecco quantity based on personal preference for a stronger or lighter drink, maintaining the balanced taste.
- Create a non-alcoholic version by replacing Aperol and Prosecco with sparkling water and a splash of orange bitters.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg