Join sommelier Erin Rosar as she explores the captivating history of Aperol and its famous Aperol Spritz cocktail. Discover the origins of this vibrant Italian aperitif, created in 1919, and learn about its unique blend of bitter and sweet oranges, rhubarb, and other herbs. Dive into the rise of the Aperol Spritz in Venice during the 1950s and 1960s and its global cultural significance. Explore the classic recipe, variations, and the versatility of Aperol in other cocktails. Raise your glass and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Aperol and the beloved Aperol Spritz. Cheers to the art of Italian aperitifs!

Aperol Spritz

• 3 parts Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine)
• 2 parts Aperol
• 1 splash of soda water
• Ice cubes
• Orange slice or cherry, for garnish

Fill a large wine glass or a rocks glass with ice cubes.
Add 3 parts Prosecco to the glass. The Prosecco should be the largest portion of the drink.
Next, add 2 parts Aperol to the glass. The Aperol will provide a distinctive bitter-sweet flavor.
Give the mixture a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
Add a splash of soda water to the glass. This will add a refreshing effervescence to the cocktail.
Garnish your Aperol Spritz with an orange slice or a cherry.
Serve and enjoy!

Aperol Negroni

• 1 ounce Aperol
• 1 ounce gin
• 1 ounce sweet vermouth
• Orange twist, for garnish

Fill a mixing glass or a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 1 ounce of Aperol, 1 ounce of gin, and 1 ounce of sweet vermouth to the glass. Stir the ingredients well for about 30 seconds to chill and mix them together. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange twist. Serve and enjoy this twist on the classic Negroni with the delightful flavors of Aperol!

Aperol Sour

• 2 ounces Aperol
• 1 ounce lemon juice
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• 1 egg white (optional for a frothy texture)
• Orange twist or lemon wheel for garnish

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add 2 ounces of Aperol, 1 ounce of lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup to the shaker.
If desired, add the egg white to the shaker to create a frothy texture in the cocktail.
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice or a coupe glass without ice.
Garnish with an orange twist or a lemon wheel.
Sip and enjoy the refreshing and citrusy flavors of the Aperol Sour!

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