DrinkMasters Collection
$4.05
cost
271
cal
10.6%
ABV
5/5
NA score
1.17
std drinks
26.2g
sugar
Aperol Spritz
Venice's golden hour in a glass
The Recipe
- Aperol90 ml
- Prosecco90 ml
- Soda waterSplash
Glass
Large wine glass
Garnish
Orange slice
Difficulty
Easy
Origin
Venice, Italy (1950)
Flavor Profile
The Story
The Spritz concept originated with Austrian soldiers in 19th century Veneto, who found Italian wines too strong and asked bartenders to "spritz" (spray) them with water. The Aperol Spritz as we know it emerged in the 1950s when Aperol was paired with prosecco and soda, creating the perfect low-ABV aperitivo that would later conquer the world.
Bartender Notes
"The 3-2-1 ratio (3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol, 1 part soda) is the classic. Build directly in the glass — never shake. Serve at golden hour for the full Italian experience."
Preparation
- 1Fill a large wine glass with ice.
- 2Pour in the Prosecco first.
- 3Add the Aperol.
- 4Top with a splash of soda water.
- 5Give one gentle stir and garnish with an orange slice.
Notable Variations
- Hugo Spritz (elderflower)
- Campari Spritz (more bitter)
- Select Spritz (Venetian original)
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$4.05
Bar price
$16–$20
You save
$11.95
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| aperol | 3 oz | $2.60 |
| prosecco | 3 oz | $1.42 |
| club soda | 1 oz | $0.03 |
| Total pour cost | $4.05 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
271
Sugar
26.2g
ABV
10.6%
Std drinks
1.17
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| aperol | 197.8 | 73% |
| champagne | 73 | 27% |
| club soda | 0 | 0% |
Carbs: 26.2g
Alcohol: 16.3g
Volume: 6.6 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
Original cost
$7.45
Zero-proof cost
$6.80
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| aperol | Lyre's Italian Spritz(Lyre's) | $4.63 |
| champagne | Lyre's Classico(Lyre's) | $2.16 |
| club soda | Kept | $0.01 |
Flavor notes
This recipe converts cleanly because citrus, dilution, and modifiers still do most of the work.
Pairs Well With
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Aperol Spritz?
- 3.0432650852959577 oz Aperol, 3.0432650852959577 oz Prosecco, 0.5 oz Soda water.
- How much does a Aperol Spritz cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Aperol Spritz is $4.05 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Aperol Spritz?
- A Aperol Spritz has approximately 271 calories, with 10.6% ABV and 26.2g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Aperol Spritz?
- Yes — the Aperol Spritz has a convertibility score of 5/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $6.80.
- Where was the Aperol Spritz invented?
- The Aperol Spritz originated in Venice, Italy around 1950.