Lemon-Ginger Sparkler
A vibrant, palate-cleansing spritz where fresh ginger and lemon cut through Aperol's sweetness with bright, zesty energy. 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 300 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
- 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz (1/2 inch, finely grated) Fresh ginger
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz Aperol, 2 oz Prosecco, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 oz finely grated fresh ginger.
- Step 2: Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake firmly for 15 seconds until the drink is evenly chilled and the ginger infuses the liquid.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 1 oz soda water and stir gently for 10 seconds until the bubbles settle and the flavors meld.
