Classic Aperol Spritz Recipe with Prosecco and Soda

Name: Classic Aperol Spritz Recipe with Prosecco and Soda
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 75 ml Prosecco, chilled; 50 ml Aperol; 25 ml soda water, chilled; 1 slice orange; 1 cup ice cubes

A bright Italian aperitif with Prosecco, Aperol, soda water, ice and orange.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 5 minMakes 1 cocktail

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A classic Aperol Spritz combines Prosecco, Aperol and soda water over plenty of ice, finished with an orange slice. The source gives the familiar three-two-one proportion; the measured single-glass version below uses 75 ml Prosecco, 50 ml Aperol and 25 ml soda. Build the drink directly in a large wine glass so the bubbles remain lively. Add the soda last and stir only gently. Use a chilled dry sparkling wine and adjust the soda slightly to taste. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy. Fill a large wine glass generously with ice. Pour in Prosecco, then Aperol, followed by soda water. Stir once gently to combine. Garnish with an orange slice. Serve immediately while chilled and sparkling.

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Classic Aperol Spritz Recipe with Prosecco and Soda

Prep 5 minCook 0 minTotal 5 minYield 1 cocktail

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Equipment: Large wine glass, jigger, bar spoon

Ingredients

75 ml Prosecco, chilled 50 ml Aperol 25 ml soda water, chilled 1 slice orange 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

Fill glass
Fill a large wine glass generously with ice.
Build drink
Pour in Prosecco, then Aperol, followed by soda water.
Finish
Stir once gently to combine. Garnish with an orange slice.
Serve
Serve immediately while chilled and sparkling.

How to tell when it is ready

Serve immediately while chilled and sparkling.

Tips

Measure ingredients before starting.
Use the visual doneness cues as well as the timing.
Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
Let the dish rest briefly before serving.

Troubleshooting

If the mixture is too thick, add liquid a little at a time.
If browning too quickly, lower the heat and cover loosely.

Substitutions

Use a similar neutral cooking oil.
Choose a suitable dairy-free alternative where practical.

Variations

Adjust herbs and spices to taste.
Add seasonal vegetables that suit the cooking time.

Serving suggestions

Serve with olives.
Pair with salted nuts.
Offer bruschetta.
Serve before a light Italian meal.

Make ahead

Prepare components ahead where practical. Mix only when serving; do not store once built.

Storage

Mix only when serving; do not store once built.

Food safety

Contains alcohol. Do not serve to minors or anyone avoiding alcohol; drink responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components as described, chill promptly and finish shortly before serving.

How should I store classic aperol spritz?

Mix only when serving; do not store once built.

Serve with olives. Mix only when serving; do not store once built.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.