THE VENETIAN SPRITZ

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This drink is sweet, bitter, citrusy and sparkling - even slightly salty - but with minimal punch. It is a graceful way to begin an evening, and a thing of perfection on a sultry afternoon. The spritz can be made several ways, but the best and most common is simply a glass of prosecco with two or three ice cubes and a dash of sparkling water, topped with Aperol, a twist of lemon or slice of orange and - importantly and strangely - one green olive. The drink also can be made with white wine and sparkling water, and Campari or Cynar turn up in some varieties, but the spritz a l'Aperol is the benchmark, and handily trumps the others.

Provided by Toby Cecchini

Categories     brunch, easy, cocktails

Time 2m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces prosecco
Sparkling water
1 1/2 to 2 ounces Aperol
Orange
Lemon
1 green olive

Steps:

  • In a rocks glass over three or four ice cubes, pour the prosecco, a dash of sparkling water and the Aperol, being sure to follow that order lest the Aperol sink to the bottom without mixing. Garnish with a slice of orange, a twist of lemon (or both) and an olive.

Charles Jones
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This is the perfect summer cocktail! It's light, refreshing, and has a beautiful orange hue. I love that it's made with Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water, so it's not too strong. I also appreciate that it's garnished with an orange slice and a sprig o


Uyeri Oromena
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I made this Venetian Spritz for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


mary Gitahi
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This Venetian Spritz is the perfect drink for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is really nice. I also like that it's not too sweet.


MD Zaheer
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I was looking for a new cocktail to try and this Venetian Spritz caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! It's so easy to make and it's so refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Trap Kote
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This Venetian Spritz is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water. It's the perfect drink for a summer party.


Million Man
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I'm not usually a fan of Prosecco, but this Venetian Spritz is really good! The Aperol and soda water balance out the sweetness of the Prosecco perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rizwan Sahito
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This Venetian Spritz is the perfect aperitif. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is really nice. I also like that it's not too strong, so I can have a few without getting tipsy.


Ayaz Shah
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I made this Venetian Spritz for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Joy Victor
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This is my new favorite summer cocktail! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water. I also appreciate that it's not too sweet.


Hafsat Hassan
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I was looking for a new cocktail to try and this Venetian Spritz caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! It's so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


liban Omar
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This Venetian Spritz is the perfect drink for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is really nice. I also like that it's not too strong, so I can have a few without getting tipsy.


Shehan Kaveesha
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I wanted to try something different and refreshing, so I made this Venetian Spritz. It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! The Prosecco and Aperol were a perfect combination, and the soda water added a nice fizz. I'll definitely be making this


Bitcoin Lord
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I've made this Venetian Spritz several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love the unique flavor combination of Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water. The orange slice and rosemary sprig are also a nice touch. I highly recommend trying


Allyson Smith
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This Venetian Spritz is the perfect summer sipper! It's light, refreshing, and has a beautiful orange hue. I love that it's made with Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water, so it's not too strong. I also appreciate that it's garnished with an orange slice