12 Refreshing Aperol Spritz Recipes

Ah, the Aperol Spritz— that vibrant orange elixir that screams summer afternoons and carefree evenings. My love affair with it began during a sun-soaked trip to Venice a few years back, where I first sipped one on a bustling canal-side terrace. The bubbles danced on my tongue, mingling bitter-sweet notes with a citrus zing that instantly transported me to lazy Italian dolce vita. Back home, I’ve been on a mission to reinvent it, experimenting in my kitchen with seasonal fruits and herbs to keep things fresh and exciting.

Lately, my home bar has become a playground for these twists. During a recent rooftop party, I whipped up a batch infused with fresh berries, and let’s just say my friends haven’t stopped texting for the recipes. In a world that’s always rushing, these spritzes offer a moment of pure refreshment—light, low-alcohol, and bursting with flavor. They’re perfect for pre-dinner aperitivo hour or hydrating your palate on hot days, proving that simple upgrades can elevate any gathering.

Classic Aperol Spritz

The timeless original: Aperol, Prosecco, and soda water with an orange twist—effortlessly elegant and balanced. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, orange slice, ice.
Fill a large wine glass with ice, pour in Prosecco, then Aperol, top with soda, and garnish with orange. Stir gently. This low-calorie sipper (around 150 calories) hydrates with its fizzy base and aids digestion thanks to Aperol’s herbal bitters, making it ideal for starting any meal lightly.

Strawberry Bliss Aperol Spritz

Sweet strawberries elevate the classic with juicy freshness. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 4-5 fresh strawberries muddled, ice.
Muddle strawberries in a glass with ice, add Prosecco, Aperol, and soda; stir. Antioxidant-rich strawberries add vitamin C for skin glow, while keeping it under 160 calories—perfect for a fruity, guilt-free refreshment on warm days.

Cucumber Mint Aperol Spritz

Crisp cucumber and cool mint for a spa-like spa-day vibe. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 3 cucumber slices + 4 mint leaves muddled, ice.
Muddle cucumber and mint, add ice, pour Prosecco, Aperol, soda; garnish with cucumber ribbon. Hydrating cucumber boosts detox benefits, low-cal at 140 calories, and mint soothes digestion—your ultimate post-yoga unwind.

Peach Dream Aperol Spritz

Ripe summer peaches bring creamy sweetness and stone fruit charm. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 2 peach slices muddled, ice.
Muddle peaches, layer with ice, add Prosecco, Aperol, soda; garnish with peach wedge. Peaches provide fiber and vitamins A & C for immunity, at just 155 calories— a sunny, seasonal delight that feels indulgent yet light.

Watermelon Wave Aperol Spritz

Juicy watermelon for ultimate hydration and tropical flair. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, ½ cup watermelon cubes muddled, ice.
Muddle watermelon, fill with ice, pour Prosecco, Aperol, soda; rim with watermelon ball. Over 90% water content hydrates deeply, lycopene fights inflammation, 145 calories—beach vibes in a glass.

Pineapple Paradise Aperol Spritz

Tangy pineapple adds tropical zing and enzyme perks. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 2 oz pineapple juice, ice.
Pour pineapple juice over ice, add Prosecco, Aperol, soda; garnish with pineapple leaf. Bromelain aids digestion, vitamin C boosts, 150 calories—exotic refreshment for poolside lounging.

Lemon Basil Aperol Spritz

Zesty lemon and aromatic basil for herbaceous brightness. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, juice of ½ lemon + 5 basil leaves muddled, ice.
Muddle lemon and basil, ice up, pour Prosecco, Aperol, soda; basil sprig garnish. Lemon detoxifies, basil calms, low 140 calories—vibrant, garden-fresh sip for brunch.

Grapefruit Glow Aperol Spritz

Bitter-sweet grapefruit for a bold, energizing twist. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice, ice.
Mix grapefruit juice with ice, add Prosecco, Aperol, soda; grapefruit twist. Naringin boosts metabolism, vitamin C galore, 145 calories—wake-up call for afternoon slumps.

Blackberry Burst Aperol Spritz

Tart blackberries for deep berry intensity. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 6 blackberries muddled, ice.
Muddle blackberries, ice, pour Prosecco, Aperol, soda; berry skewer garnish. Anthocyanins fight free radicals, fiber aids gut, 155 calories—plush, antioxidant-packed refresher.

Rosemary Revival Aperol Spritz

Earthy rosemary infuses cozy, herbal depth. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 1 rosemary sprig muddled lightly, ice.
Muddle rosemary gently, add ice, Prosecco, Aperol, soda; fresh sprig. Rosemary improves circulation, low-cal at 140—sophisticated sipper for cooler evenings.

Elderflower Elegance Aperol Spritz

Floral elderflower liqueur for a perfumed upgrade. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 1.5 oz Aperol, 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, 1 oz soda, ice.
Layer elderflower over ice, add Aperol, Prosecco, soda; lemon twist. Elderflower eases allergies, antioxidants shine, 160 calories—delicate, springtime charm.

Jalapeño Kick Aperol Spritz

Spicy jalapeño for a thrilling heat-cool contrast. Ingredients: 3 oz Prosecco, 2 oz Aperol, 1 oz soda water, 2 thin jalapeño slices muddled, ice.
Muddle jalapeño (seeds out for mild), ice, pour Prosecco, Aperol, soda; extra slice. Capsaicin revs metabolism, endorphin boost, 145 calories—adventurous aperitivo with bite.

Whether you’re hosting friends or treating yourself, these 12 Aperol Spritz variations are your ticket to instant summer joy—grab your ingredients, shake up a glass, and let the good times fizz! Which one will you try first? Share your twists in the comments below.