Best 3 Amaro Spritz Recipes

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Introducing the refreshing and flavorful Amaro Spritz, a cocktail that combines the unique taste of amaro with the crispness of Prosecco and the sparkling effervescence of soda water. Originating in Italy, the Amaro Spritz has become a popular aperitif enjoyed during happy hour or as a refreshing drink on a warm afternoon. With its distinct bittersweet taste, amaro adds an intriguing complexity to the cocktail, while Prosecco and soda water provide a light and airy balance. Discover the perfect recipe to create this delightful drink at home and impress your friends with your mixology skills.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AMARO SPRITZ



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This simple recipe takes the 3-2-1 spritz formula to heart, relying on just three quality ingredients. Amari styles vary wildly in viscosity and flavor, from intensely bitter to lightly sweet and floral, which means different bottles match different moods. To make sure you're always prepared, stock a few of the bitter liqueurs and start drinking. Current favorites include French China-China (spiced, earthy and orange-based), Sicilian Averna (sweet, citrusy), Californian Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro (juicy, floral) and Brooklyn-based Forthave Spirits Marseille Amaro (herbal, with warm spices). To these, add any hyper-regional bottles you've tucked into a suitcase. All spritz nicely, especially when paired with a lime wheel.

Provided by Rebekah Peppler

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 ounces amaro
3 ounces dry sparkling wine
1 ounce soda water
Lime wheel

Steps:

  • Fill a wine glass with ice, then add the amaro. Top with sparkling wine and soda water. Add the lime wheel directly into the spritz and enjoy immediately.

FALL SPRITZ (AMARO AND DRY CIDER COCKTAIL) RECIPE



Fall Spritz (Amaro and Dry Cider Cocktail) Recipe image

Set out both bottles with glasses and a bucket of ice and let guests do the rest. Just remember the ratio: one part amaro to four parts hard cider.

Provided by Molly Baz

Yield Makes 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

1.5 oz. Averna amaro
6 oz. Basque-style dry hard cider (such as Isastegi Sagardo)
Orange twist (for serving)

Steps:

  • Pour amaro and cider into a glass filled with ice and stir to combine; garnish with orange twist.

LAMBRUSCO SPRITZ



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Think of this as a grown-up, but not too grown-up, spritz. Here, grapefruit brightens and plays up the wine's light bitterness, while buttery green olives add a touch of earthy brine and serve as a welcome snack. Reach for a lighter, sweeter, more citrus-leaning amaro, to avoid masking the bubble's nuance. For Lambrusco, seek dry or off-dry bottles, and commit to tasting a few until you find what you like. Two to start with: Lambrusco di Sorbara, which is the lightest in color and flavor, with high acidity and plenty of aromatics, and Lambrusco Grasparossa, which is dark in color and bold in flavor with dry tannins and rich berry notes.

Provided by Rebekah Peppler

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ice
1 1/2 ounces amaro, such as Averna, Montenegro, or Nonino
1/2 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
3 ounces dry or off dry Lambrusco
1 ounce sparkling water, to top
1 grapefruit wedge
1 to 3 Castelvetrano olives, for serving

Steps:

  • Add the amaro and grapefruit juice to an ice-filled wine glass or lowball glass. Pour the Lambrusco and sparkling water over top. Stir gently, then add the grapefruit wedge. Add in the olives to taste. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right amaro: Not all amaros are created equal. Some are bitter, some are sweet, and some have a more herbal flavor. Choose an amaro that you enjoy the taste of and that will complement the other ingredients in your spritz.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your spritz will taste. Use fresh citrus fruits, herbs, and sparkling water.
  • Chill your ingredients: Amaro, sparkling water, and citrus fruits should all be chilled before you make your spritz. This will help to create a refreshing and flavorful drink.
  • Garnish your spritz: A garnish can add a touch of elegance and flavor to your spritz. Try garnishing with a slice of citrus fruit, a sprig of mint, or a few berries.

Conclusion:

The Amaro Spritz is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of bitter, sweet, and herbal flavors, the Amaro Spritz is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a new cocktail to try, give the Amaro Spritz a try. You won't be disappointed!

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