Pineapple Aperol Sparkler

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A tropical, effervescent cocktail where Aperol's signature bittersweetness meets juicy pineapple and light coconut water for a sun-kissed sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Pineapple juice, Coconut 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 240 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 & Drinks cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1.5 oz Aperol, 2 oz pineapple juice, and 0.5 oz fresh lime juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 20 seconds until uniformly chilled and diluted.
  2. Step 2: Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Gently pour 1 oz coconut water down the side of the glass to create a layered effect without mixing.
  3. Step 3: Float a pineapple wedge on top and serve immediately, encouraging gentle swirling to blend layers before sipping.

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