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Light Aperol Spritz


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  • Author: The Plant-Powered Dietitian
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Make your own lighter, refreshing version of an Aperol Spritz—the go-to, orange-based alcoholic drink in Italy.


Ingredients

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  • 4 ice cubes
  • 3 ounces Prosecco (Italian sparkling white wine)
  • 1 ounce Aperol Liqueur
  • 2 ounces sparkling mineral water

Garnish:

  • Citrus wedge, maraschino cherry (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pour ice cubes in a large wine glass.
  2. Pour over the ice 3 ounces Prosseco.
  3. Top with 1 ounce of Aperol.
  4. Top with 2 ounces of sparkling mineral water.
  5. Stir with a spoon.
  6. Garnish as desired; i.e., with a citrus wedge and maraschino cherry on a bamboo toothpick.
  7. Cheers!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Cuisine: Italian, American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 135
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 9 mg
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g