🍊 How to Make the Perfect Aperol Spritz — La Dolce Vita Style
When the sun is shining and the day calls for a little sparkle, there’s no better choice than an Aperol Spritz. Bright, bubbly, and beautifully bittersweet — this iconic Italian aperitivo captures la dolce vita in a glass.
Let’s show you how to mix it just right, and what to serve with it to elevate your aperitivo moment.
🍹 Ingredients for the Classic Aperol Spritz
- 60–100 ml Aperol
- 90–150 ml Prosecco
- 30–50 ml sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- 1 slice of fresh orange
- 1 Copa glass (or a large wine glass)
🧡 Step-by-Step: How to Make the Aperol Spritz
- Fill your Copa glass generously with ice.
- Pour in the Prosecco first, then the sparkling water.
- Top it off with Aperol — this is key! Because Aperol is denser than the other ingredients, adding it last helps the flavours blend perfectly.
- Garnish with a slice of orange.
- Serve immediately and enjoy under the sun (or imagine you’re on a terrace in Tuscany).
🥂 What’s the Alcohol Content?
Aperol has a relatively low alcohol content of 11%, which makes it ideal for daytime sipping. Want a lighter version? Add a bit more sparkling water. Prefer it stronger? Use more Prosecco and less water — just note that the colour and taste will shift slightly.
🧀 What to Serve with Aperol Spritz?
The beauty of the aperitivo hour lies in the small bites that come with your drink. Pair your Aperol Spritz with:
- Fresh Italian bread & pesto
- Marinated olives
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Thinly sliced Parma ham
- Aged cheeses like Pecorino or Parmigiano Reggiano
These classic Italian flavours enhance the bittersweet character of the drink and complete the aperitivo experience.
🍸 Variations to Try
Feeling adventurous? Try these tweaks:
- Swap Aperol for Campari for a bolder, more bitter twist.
- No Prosecco? Use Cava or another good quality sparkling wine.
✨ Life’s Better with Bubbles
At La Dolce Vita Lifestyle, we believe in celebrating the little luxuries like golden hour drinks with friends and the taste of Italy in every sip.
So raise your glass, relax, and say Salute! to the good life.
📸 Don’t forget to tag us when you share your Aperol moment!
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