Winter Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe
The Winter Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe combines bold orange-citrus character with rich black raspberry flavour, sparkling Prosecco Rosé and a crisp splash of soda water.
This winter variation feels more layered than a traditional spritz. The orange aperitivo-style beverage provides bittersweet citrus, while the black raspberry-style liqueur adds depth and dark berry sweetness. Prosecco Rosé brings delicate bubbles and subtle fruit notes.
A small amount of Grenadine Syrup rounds out the bitterness and creates a beautiful winter-sunset gradient. Serve it over ice in a large wine glass with a fresh orange slice and pomegranate seeds.
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Garnish
Preperation
If using VHHB recipe pack prepare the ingredients according to the instructions supplied with the product before measuring it into the cocktail.
Equipment
- Large wine glass
- Measuring jigger
- Bar spoon
- Ice scoop
Ingredients
To make one cocktail, you will need:
- 60ml prepared orange aperitivo-style beverage
- 40ml prepared black raspberry-style beverage
- 160ml Prosecco Rosé
- 40ml soda water
- ½ teaspoon Grenadine Syrup
- Ice
The Winter Aperol Spritz Cocktail Recipe is a colourful seasonal twist on a classic spritz. With bittersweet citrus, rich black raspberry, sparkling Rosé and a touch of Grenadine, it delivers a refreshing drink with layered fruit flavour and an eye-catching winter-sunset finish.
Mix
Fill a large wine glass generously with ice.
- Pour in 60ml of prepared orange aperitivo-style beverage.
- Add 40ml of prepared black raspberry-style beverage.
- Slowly pour in 160ml of chilled Prosecco Rosé.
- Add 40ml of chilled soda water.
- Pour in half a teaspoon of Grenadine Syrup.
- Allow the Grenadine to sink slightly to create a rich winter-sunset gradient.
- Stir gently to combine without removing too much carbonation.
- Garnish with an orange slice and fresh pomegranate seeds.
- Serve immediately.
Serve
The best glass for an Aperol Spritz is a large, stemmed wine glass or an oversized balloon glass (500–700 ml). This gives you plenty of room to pack the glass with fresh ice, pour the ingredients, and drop in the classic fresh orange garnish without overcrowding.
Serving Tips
For the best Winter Aperol Spritz Cocktail:
- Chill every liquid ingredient before use
- Use a large glass with plenty of fresh ice
- Pour the Prosecco Rosé slowly
- Add soda water after the sparkling wine
- Add the Grenadine near the end
- Stir gently to preserve carbonation
- Use a fresh orange slice
- Add pomegranate seeds just before serving
- Serve immediately
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