Aperol Basil Cooler

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A herbal twist featuring muddled basil that complements Aperol's bright notes with a refreshing, aromatic finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Prosecco, Fresh basil for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 182 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 182 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Muddle 4 fresh basil leaves with 1/2 oz water in a cocktail shaker for 30 seconds until the leaves release their oils.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz Aperol to the shaker and fill with ice cubes.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty on the outside.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture into a chilled wine glass filled with ice (about 1 cup).
  5. Step 5: Top with 4 oz Prosecco and 2 oz soda water, then stir gently for 8 seconds to blend.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a single fresh basil leaf.

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