Spiced Aperol and Grapefruit Spritz

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This spritz blends Aperol's bittersweet orange flavor with fresh grapefruit juice and a hint of warming cinnamon for an invigorating twist. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Fresh grapefruit juice, Prosecco 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 150 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 Italian cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a large wine glass with ice cubes to chill the cocktail thoroughly.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz Aperol and 1 oz freshly squeezed grapefruit juice to the glass.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 oz chilled Prosecco slowly to preserve bubbles, then top with 1 oz soda water.
  4. Step 4: Stir gently once to combine the flavors without reducing fizz.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cinnamon stick into the glass for subtle spice infusion and garnish with a grapefruit twist curled over the rim.

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