Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pomegranate Aperol Spritz cocktail that combines the bitter-sweet flavor of Aperol with the tartness of pomegranate juice and the effervescence of Prosecco, garnished with fresh orange and pomegranate arils for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 3 ounces Aperol
- 1 to 2 ounces pomegranate juice
- 4 ounces Prosecco
- 1 splash of seltzer
Garnishes
- 1 orange wedge
- Pomegranate arils (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Fill a glass with ice to chill it and keep the cocktail cool.
- Mix Aperol and juice: Pour 3 ounces of Aperol and 1 to 2 ounces of pomegranate juice into the glass and stir gently to combine.
- Add Prosecco: Carefully pour in 4 ounces of Prosecco to maintain the bubbles and lighten the mixture.
- Finish with seltzer and garnish: Add a splash of seltzer for extra fizz, place an orange wedge on the rim, and optionally drop in some pomegranate arils for an elegant and colorful presentation.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of pomegranate juice according to your preferred sweetness and tartness.
- Use fresh pomegranate arils for the best garnish appearance and flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the cocktail at its freshest sparkle.
- Prosecco can be substituted with any dry sparkling wine if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Aperol Spritz, Pomegranate Cocktail, Summer Drink, Italian Aperitif, Festive Drinks
