Aperol
With Aperol you can make
Indulge in a harmonious dance of flavor delight
Lovelight
Cognac, Aperol, White vermouth, Cinnamon syrup, Chocolate bitters
Bold flavors, sophisticated blend
Naked & Famous
Mezcal, Aperol, Yellow Chartreuse, Lime juice
Capture the Italian sunset
Rome With a View
Aperol, White vermouth, Sugar / simple syrup, Lime juice, Soda water
Effervescent elegance in a glass.
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Champagne / prosecco, Soda water
Viva la fiesta in a glass!
Banderilla
Mezcal, Tequila blanco, Apricot brandy, Aperol, Lime juice
Sophisticated Citrus Symphony.
Old Flame
Dry gin, Triple sec, Aperol, Vermute vermelho, Suco de laranja
Citrus sparkle with a ginger twist.
Winter Spritz
Aperol, Champagne / prosecco, Ginger beer
Bright flavors with a sophisticated twist.
Intro to Aperol
Gin, Aperol, Lemon juice, Sugar / simple syrup, Aromatic bitters
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, Bitter, and Refreshingly Sweet!
Aperol Sour
Aperol, Lemon juice, Açúcar / xarope simples
Bright and breezy negroni twist.
Summer Negroni
Gin, Aperol, Lillet Blanc
We've got 29 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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