Bright Orange Bittersweet Spritz
A vibrant Italian aperitif balancing Aperol's citrus notes with effervescent Prosecco and soda water for a perfectly refreshing start to any meal. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Prosecco, Soda water 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 170 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aperol
- 4 oz Prosecco
- 2 oz Soda water
- 1 Orange slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a wine glass with ice cubes to half capacity.
- Step 2: Pour 2 oz Aperol and 4 oz Prosecco into the glass, then top with 2 oz soda water.
- Step 3: Gently stir for 10 seconds until chilled and combined, then garnish with a thin orange slice and serve immediately.






