Bright Aperol Grapefruit Spritz

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A lively and bubbly aperitif combining Aperol and fresh grapefruit with sparkling wine for a perfect balance of bitter and citrus. This Italian recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together Aperol, fresh grapefruit juice, prosecco 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 140 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: 4 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a large wine glass halfway with ice cubes.
  2. Step 2: Pour 1.5 oz Aperol and 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Slowly add 3 oz chilled prosecco, then top with 1 oz club soda.
  4. Step 4: Stir gently once with a bar spoon to blend without losing bubbles.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a wide twist of grapefruit peel draped on the rim, expressing oils over the drink before resting it.

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