Honeydew Aperol Cooler

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A light, sweet-tart cocktail featuring fresh honeydew puree that softens Aperol's bitterness, perfect for hot afternoons. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together Aperol, Honeydew melon puree, Lime juice 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 210 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: 10 min Serves 1 Italian cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Chill a coupe glass and fill with ice cubes.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz Aperol and 2 oz honeydew melon puree to the glass, stirring until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Squeeze in 0.5 oz lime juice and stir again until incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Top with 3 oz sparkling water, stir gently to create a light effervescence, and garnish with a mint sprig.

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