Spicy Ginger Aperol Spritz

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A vibrant twist on the classic spritz featuring Aperol's bitter-sweet notes balanced by fresh ginger and citrus for a perfect summer refresher. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Aperol, Ginger Beer, Fresh Lemon 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 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: In a chilled wine glass, combine 3 oz Aperol, 3 oz ginger beer, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, stirring gently for 15 seconds until fully integrated.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 cup ice cubes and stir for 20 seconds until the glass is frosty and ingredients are well-chilled.
  3. Step 3: Express 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger over the drink to release aromatic oils, then place 1 lemon twist on the rim as garnish, and serve immediately.

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