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Refreshing Aperol Spritz Recipe with Blood Orange and Rosemary Twist

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A bright and refreshing twist on the classic Aperol Spritz featuring blood orange slices and aromatic rosemary sprigs for a sophisticated, flavorful cocktail perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 oz (90 ml) Aperol
  • 3 oz (90 ml) Prosecco (dry or brut)
  • 1 oz (30 ml) Club Soda
  • 1 medium Blood Orange, sliced
  • 1–2 Fresh Rosemary Sprigs per glass, gently bruised
  • Ice Cubes (large preferred)
  • Optional: Dash of Orange Bitters (2-3 drops)

Instructions

  1. Fill a wine glass with plenty of large ice cubes to keep the spritz chilled without diluting it quickly.
  2. Measure and pour 3 oz (90 ml) of Aperol over the ice.
  3. Slowly add 3 oz (90 ml) of prosecco, pouring down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles.
  4. Top off with 1 oz (30 ml) of club soda for a light fizz; adjust to taste if desired.
  5. Gently stir the ingredients with a bar spoon using a few gentle turns to combine without losing fizz.
  6. Slice one blood orange into thin wheels or half-moons.
  7. Slightly bruise a fresh rosemary sprig by squeezing it between your fingers to release oils.
  8. Add the blood orange slices inside the glass and place the rosemary sprig on top or nestled among the ice.
  9. Optionally, add a dash (2-3 drops) of orange bitters to deepen the flavor profile.
  10. Serve immediately while bubbles are lively and rosemary aroma is fresh.

Notes

Use fresh, odor-free large ice cubes to avoid diluting the drink too quickly. Gently bruise rosemary to release aromatic oils. Pour prosecco slowly down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles. Adjust proportions to taste. Pre-slice blood oranges and prep rosemary sprigs ahead for easy assembly. Store leftover Aperol and prosecco mixture in the fridge up to 24 hours but add soda, ice, and garnish fresh. For a low-alcohol version, reduce Aperol to 1.5 oz and increase prosecco and soda accordingly.

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Keywords: Aperol Spritz, Blood Orange, Rosemary, Cocktail, Refreshing Drink, Summer Cocktail, Italian Aperitif, Prosecco, Easy Cocktail

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