Lemon-Basil Aperol Spritz
A zesty twist on the classic with bright lemon and aromatic basil, creating a herbaceous balance that elevates any social occasion. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 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 175 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
- 2 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz Soda water
- 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 2 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 Lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz Aperol, 2 oz Prosecco, 1 oz soda water, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 2 finely chopped basil leaves.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled, then strain into a glass filled with 1 cup ice cubes.
- Step 3: Garnish with a thin lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink by twisting the peel above the glass before dropping it in.
