Aperol Spritz
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| Type | Mixed drink |
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| Primary alcohol by volume | |
| Served | On the rocks; poured over ice |
| Standard garnish |
Orange slice |
| Standard drinkware | Wine |
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| Preparation | Add 3 parts prosecco, 2 parts Aperol and top up with soda water, garnish with a slice of orange and serve. |
Aperol Spritz is an aperitif cocktail consisting of prosecco, Aperol and soda water.
Recipe and serving suggestion
Aperol Spritz is traditionally served in a wine glass with several cubes of ice and a slice of orange.
The drink is mixed by pouring 75ml of Prosecco (3 x shots), into the glass, with 50ml Aperol (2 x shots) added in a circular motion. Finally, a dash of soda water (1 x shot) is added – a combination which has become known as the ‘3-2-1 recipe’.[1] Garnish with a slice of orange.
History
Aperol Spritz became popular in the 1950s, inspired by the Venetian mix of white wine and soda.[2] The drink incorporates the Italian aperitif Aperol, which originated in Padua, Italy, in 1919 as a light liqueur alternative.
In 2003 the Aperol brand was acquired by Gruppo Campari. The group positioned Aperol Spritz as ‘the perfect drink for social occasions’, increasing sales to four times pre-acquisition levels.[3] The beer and spirit expert from Waitrose, Anne Jones, said: "Aperol has soared in popularity as Waitrose shoppers look for a summer cocktail alternative."[4]
A ready-to-drink version of the Aperol Spritz was launched by the company in 2011, which contained just 8% alcohol.[4] This was intended to give consumers the chance to enjoy the drink at home with minimal effort, simply adding ice and a slice of orange.[5]
On June 29, 2012, Aperol Spritz attempted the Guinness World Record for the ‘Largest Aperol Spritz Toast’. More than 2,600 people descended onto Piazza St Marco and successfully secured the title.
Aperol Spritz was announced as the Official Global Spirits Partner of Manchester United Football Club in 2014.[6]
See also
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