Apple Cider Spritz
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Apple Cider Spritz
Description
The Apple Cider Spritz features a blend of prosecco, Aperol, and apple cider seasoned with orange extract and ground cinnamon. The method involves shaking the cider mixture with ice until the cinnamon partially dissolves, then pouring over fresh ice in wine glasses and topping with sparkling prosecco. The drink is garnished with fresh apple slices and a cinnamon stick or star anise, enhancing its aroma and presentation. This cocktail combines the gentle bitterness of Aperol with the sweetness and spice from the apple cider and cinnamon, finished with the vibrant bubbles of prosecco.
The drink works well chilled as a refreshing option for fall or festive occasions. The balance of sweet, tart, and bitter flavors with warming spice notes makes it a pleasant drink to enjoy during cooler weather or alongside light snacks.
An interesting tip is to freeze sparkling wine or champagne into ice cubes to chill the drink without diluting it. This keeps the cocktail cold while preserving the flavor intensity.
Ingredients
- 6 oz prosecco ¾ cup, or Champagne
- 2 oz Aperol (¼ cup)
- 4 oz apple cider (½ cup)
- ¼ tsp orange extract or sub vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup ice
- 4 lices apple fresh
- 2 cinnamon stick or star anise
Instructions
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker. Pour aperol, apple cider, orange extract, and ground cinnamon into the shaker.
- Shake until the ground cinnamon is almost dissolved. Add more ice to each large wine glass and pour Aperol Cider into each.
- Top with prosecco/champagne, fresh apple slices, and a cinnamon stick/star of anise. Serve cold & enjoy!
Notes
- Freeze prosecco or champagne in ice cube trays to chill your cocktail without watering it down.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 171kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 97mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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