Pomegranate-Infused Aperol Spritz with Fresh Citrus
A vibrant ruby-hued cocktail blending Aperol's bittersweet notes with tart pomegranate and bright citrus for a sophisticated evening sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Prosecco, Fresh pomegranate 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 195 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
- 3 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz Fresh pomegranate juice
- 1 oz Sparkling water
- 1 twist Orange zest
- 1 Fresh rosemary sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pour 2 oz Aperol into a chilled wine glass. Add 3 oz Prosecco and 1 oz fresh pomegranate juice, gently stirring until the mixture turns a deep ruby red and combines evenly.
- Step 2: Slowly top with 1 oz chilled sparkling water, pouring over the back of a spoon to maintain effervescence without losing bubbles.
- Step 3: Garnish with a thin orange twist, pressing it gently against the glass rim to release citrus oils, and add a fresh rosemary sprig for aromatic complexity.





