Aperol
With Aperol you can make
Viva la fiesta in a glass!
Banderilla
Mezcal, Tequila blanco, Apricot brandy, Aperol, Lime juice
A friend to your taste buds
Old Friend
Dry gin, Aperol, Elderflower liqueur, Pink grapefruit juice
Sparkling Elegance in Every Sip
Negroni Sbagliato
Aperol, Red vermouth, Champagne / prosecco
Bright and floral with a citrus twist.
Primrose
Dry Gin, Aperol, Holunderblütenlikör, Zitronensaft, Pfirsich-Bitter
Bold, complex, and seriously smooth.
Shade Thrower
Bourbon, Amaro, Aperol, Red vermouth, Aromatic bitters
Sophisticated Citrus Symphony.
Old Flame
Dry gin, Triple sec, Aperol, Red vermouth, Orange juice
Fruity, floral, fantastically complex.
Enzoni
Dry gin, Aperol, Sugar / simple syrup, Lemon juice, Grapes
Bright, Bitter, and Refreshingly Sweet!
Aperol Sour
Aperol, Lemon juice, Sugar / simple syrup
Vibrant Symphony of Flavors
Mucho Grande
Tequila blanco, Aperol, Amaro, Orange juice, Lemon juice, Caramel syrup, Egg
Sophisticated Italian flavors in one classic cocktail.
Milano Torino
Aperol, Red vermouth
We've got 28 cocktails that can be made with Aperol.
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Q&A
What is the most popular cocktail made with Aperol?
The Aperol Spritz is widely considered the most popular cocktail made with Aperol. It typically combines Aperol with sparkling wine and soda water for a bright, bittersweet aperitif.
What ingredients pair well with Aperol in cocktails?
Aperol pairs especially well with sparkling wine, soda water, and citrus (like orange or lemon) to highlight its bittersweet orange notes. It also works nicely alongside gin or other herbal spirits that complement its gentian and rhubarb character.
How many cocktails can you make with Aperol?
You can make 28 cocktails with Aperol based on the cocktail list for this ingredient. Popular examples include the Banderilla, Mucho Grande, Shade Thrower, Lovelight, and Milano Torino.
What is Aperol and what does it taste like?
Aperol is an Italian apéritif made with bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb, and a blend of herbs and spices. It has a vivid orange color and a bittersweet, lightly herbal citrus flavor.
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