Citrus Mint Aperol Spritz

Name: Citrus Mint Aperol Spritz
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 oz Aperol; 3 oz Prosecco; 1 oz Soda water; 4 Fresh mint leaves; 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice; 1 Mint sprig

A revitalizing cocktail that marries Aperol's bittersweet orange with the herbal freshness of mint and zesty lemon for an ideal aperitif.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

2 oz Aperol
3 oz Prosecco
1 oz Soda water
4 Fresh mint leaves
1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
1 Mint sprig

Instructions

Step 1: In a wine glass, muddle 4 fresh mint leaves with 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice until the mint is fragrant and leaves are broken down (about 30 seconds).
Step 2: Add 2 oz Aperol and 3 oz Prosecco to the glass, then top with 1 oz soda water.
Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to meld flavors, then garnish with a mint sprig.