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.
Another delicious blood orange cocktail to try is Blood Orange Amaretto Sour.
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.
