Buzz
Image Credit: Greg DuPreeIt's likely no surprise that the Aperol spritz has taken the world by storm as a beloved cocktail. The Italian Aperol offers a less bitter, fruitier alternative to Campari, and its fruity flavor combined with its bright orange color makes it visually striking in an ice-filled glass with bubbly prosecco and a dash of club soda. In this unexpected twist, a spoonful of olive brine provides a sharp, tangy note that balances the sweet and bitter qualities of Aperol. The olive brine and the pimiento-stuffed olive garnish give off a slight martini vibe, ideal for cocktail enthusiasts looking to branch out into the world of spritzes. One taste and you’ll understand why this lively drink deserves a spot in your summer rotation.
Ingredients List
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1/4 cup Aperol
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1/4 cup dry sparkling wine
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1/4 cup club soda
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1 1/2 tsp. brine from pimiento-stuffed green olives
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Pimiento-stuffed green olives, for garnish
Instructions
Fill a glass with ice halfway. Pour in the Aperol, sparkling wine, club soda, and olive brine. Stir well to combine. Finish with a garnish of olives.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 197 | Calories |
| 1g | Fat |
| 22g | Carbs |
| 0g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 1 | |
| Calories 197 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 76mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 22g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 2% |
| Total Sugars 21g | |
| Protein 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium 20mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 63mg | 1% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
