Herb-Infused Aperol Cooler

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A vibrant, herbaceous cocktail where fresh basil and mint complement Aperol's citrus notes, with a touch of minty freshness. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Ginger beer, 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 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 140 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle 6 basil leaves and 4 mint leaves with 1/2 oz lime juice until fragrant, about 20 seconds, avoiding crushing leaves.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz Aperol and 3 oz ginger beer to the shaker, fill with 1 cup ice, and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice, ensuring all herbs are incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Stir gently for 5 seconds to distribute the herbs, then serve immediately with a mint sprig.

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