Welcome fall and celebrate the holidays with this simply delicious Blood Orange Aperol Spritz! This easy to make, refreshing cocktail tastes like fresh oranges and is sweet with a slight hint of bitterness.
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Impress your guests this holiday season, or just treat yourself, with this beautifully delicious Blood Orange Aperol Spritz.
With its citrusy and slightly bittersweet flavor, an Aperol Spritz is the perfect apéritif to serve before dinner to stimulate the appetite.
We made our recipe using blood oranges, which are typically in season from December to April. If you can’t find blood oranges, or if they are out of season, you can use regular oranges.
Why This Recipe Works
This is a quick, easy cocktail beverage. You only need 4 ingredients and a few minutes to prepare it.
It has a fresh, delicious flavor. Using seasonal blood orange juice makes this Aperol spritz even more special.
It’s the perfect cocktail for entertaining, especially during the holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
How To Make An Aperol Spritz
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Aperol
- 2 ounces blood orange juice (fresh squeezed or store bought. You can substitute regular orange juice if blood oranges are out of season)
- 2 ounces apple cider
- soda water (or Prosecco, to top)
- dehydrated orange slices (optional, for garnish)
The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.
Prep!
There is no significant prep work for this recipe.
Create!
Fill a glass with ice.
Add the Aperol, blood orange juice, and apple cider. Stir to combine.
Top with soda water or Prosecco.
Present!
Garnish with dehydrated orange slices, if desired.
Tips and Techniques
- Regular orange juice can be used if you can’t find blood oranges, or if they are out of season.
- It is not recommended to make this cocktail ahead of time, as the club soda or prosecco will go flat.
FAQ’s
What Does An Aperol Spritz Taste Like?
A classic Aperol spritz has a slightly bitter, citrusy flavor.
What Is The Best Prosecco For An Aperol Spritz?
A dry or brut prosecco works well in an Aperol spritz. For a more traditional, less sweet Aperol spritz, choose a brut variety.
What Kind Of Glasses Do You Use For An Aperol Spritz?
A large wine glass is ideal for serving an Aperol spritz.
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Blood Orange Aperol Spritz
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Aperol
- 2 ounces blood orange juice (fresh squeezed or store-bought)
- 2 ounces apple cider
- soda water or Prosecco, to top
- dehydrated orange slices optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add the aperol, blood orange juice, and apple cider. Stir to combine.3 ounces Aperol, 2 ounces blood orange juice, 2 ounces apple cider
- Top with soda water or Prosecco.soda water
- Garnish with dehydrated orange slices.dehydrated orange slices
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Regular orange juice can be used if you can't find blood oranges, or if they are out of season.
- It is not recommended to make this cocktail ahead of time, as the club soda or prosecco will go flat.
Jessica says
This recipe is a gem for its simplicity and elegance. The preparation was straightforward, and the result was a drink that looked and tasted like it came from a high-end restaurant. My guests were impressed 😉
Moop Brown says
This drink seems incredibly refreshing and perfect for this time of the year and for holiday parties.
Hayley Dhanecha says
The citrusy brightness of the blood orange, combined with the bittersweet Aperol, creates a refreshing and delightful cocktail experience.Can’t wait to make for my guests!
Loreto and Nicoletta says
Aperol spritz is one of our favorite drinks for aperitivo in Italy! Love the use of blood orange. What a real share. Thank you, so simple, and such a great cocktail! 😋 ❤️
Kathryn says
I’m a HUGE fan of this delicious cocktail! The orange in the drink makes this so perfect for the holidays. Going to make this for a Christmas happy hour!
Jamie says
Wow! This drink looks so delicious and very tasty! Definitely a mouth-watering drink! For me, it can go on any occasion or season! Totally love it!
Mikayla says
What a beautiful drink and tasty too. It will be great at our Christmas gathering.
Amy Liu Dong says
This sounds like a perfect holiday drink to make. It looks easy and delicious!
Bernice says
The only way to make an Aperol spritz even more delicious is to add even more orange flavour. This is such a refreshing and bright cocktail – perfect for summer spritzing or when you need a slice of sunshine in the dead of winter.
Gloria says
The holiday parties are starting. This will be great, and I know the guests will love it. The colour and presentation are perfect.