Aperol Spritz

The Aperol Spritz is a cocktail that has been around since the early 20th century. Aperol, an Italian aperitif, was first created in 1919 by the Barbieri brothers in Padua, Italy. The traditional recipe for an Aperol Spritz includes Aperol, Prosecco and soda water, which is typically served in a wine glass and garnished with an orange slice. The drink became popular in the 1950s and 1960s as a pre-dinner drink and is considered a classic Italian cocktail. The Aperol Spritz became popular in other parts of Europe and in recent years, it has grown in popularity in the US and other countries. The combination of Aperol's bitter-sweet flavor and the bubbles from the Prosecco, makes it a refreshing and light drink that is perfect for warm weather or as a pre-dinner drink. It is considered as a casual and easy to drink cocktail.