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    Published: Apr 13, 2023 by Jessica Vogl · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Aperol Soda

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    As the weather warms up, I'm ready for refreshing, easy-to-make cocktails like this Aperol Soda! It comes together in just a few minutes and is also great a lower-alcohol cocktail option as the Aperol is the only spirit included in this recipe.

    An Aperol Soda is great to enjoy as an apéritif before a meal, or with appetizers such as a charcuterie board.

    Aperol Soda in a cocktail glass garnished with an orange slice.

    If you're looking for other cocktail recipes, check out this Blood Orange Old Fashioned, Watermelon Mint Cocktail, and this Strawberry Basil Vodka Cocktail.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Aperol Soda vs. Aperol Spritz
    • Aperol Soda ABV
    • How to adjust this recipe
    • Storage
    • Recipe FAQ
    • Aperol Soda

    Ingredients

    There are only a few ingredients you'll need to bring this cocktail together.

    Ingredients for an Aperol Soda cocktail.
    • Aperol: Aperol is a bitter, low-alcohol Italian apéritif with a vibrant red / orange hue. This is the only alcohol in this recipe, which makes this a lower-alcohol cocktail option. I recommend using a cocktail jigger to measure the spirits.
    • Club soda: Club soda has a more neutral flavor than tonic water. In a pinch, you can also use regular sparkling water.
    • Orange Simple Syrup: I use Orange Simple Syrup in this recipe for an extra hint of orange flavor, but you could also make this with regular simple syrup, or another flavored simple syrup of your choice.
    • Orange: Use an orange slice to garnish the cocktail. Smaller oranges work better than larger oranges (and they tend to not have seeds). You can also use blood oranges!

    See recipe below for detailed directions.

    Instructions

    You'll be ready to sip this cocktail in just a few minutes!

    Ice cubes in a cocktail glass.

    Fill a lowball glass with ice.

    Simple syrup being poured into the cocktail glass.

    Add 1 teaspoon of orange simple syrup (or simple syrup of your choice).

    Aperol being poured into the cocktail glass.

    Add 2 oz. Aperol.

    Cocktail topped with club soda.

    Top with 3 oz. club soda. Garnish with a fresh orange slice and enjoy!

    The orange garnish is optional but makes this a more special sipping experience. Use any kind of orange, but smaller oranges tend to fit better in the glass and they're also less likely to have seeds.

    Aperol Soda vs. Aperol Spritz

    An Aperol Soda is a very simple cocktail made with Aperol, orange simple syrup, and club soda. An Aperol Spritz is similar but also includes prosecco. That makes an Aperol Spritz a higher-alcohol cocktail (compared to an Aperol Soda).

    Aperol Soda ABV

    Aperol is 11% ABV and is the only spirit used in this cocktail, making an Aperol Soda a lower-alcohol cocktail.

    How to adjust this recipe

    • Make it more or less sweet: If you'd like for your cocktail to be sweeter, add more simple syrup. If you're looking for a less-sweet cocktail, reduce the amount of simple syrup (or leave it out completely).
    • Change the garnishes: Rather than using an orange slice, try a blood orange, a lemon, or even fleshy fruits like strawberries or peaches.
    • Change the simple syrup: This recipe uses Orange Simple Syrup for an additional hint of orange flavor. You can also use regular simple syrup or another flavored simple syrup of your choice.

    Storage

    Since this recipe uses club soda, these cocktails are best made fresh and should not be made ahead of time (the soda will become flat). Enjoy making the drink as part of your cocktail experience!

    An overhead view of an Aperol Soda in a cocktail glass.

    Recipe FAQ

    How is this different from an Aperol Spritz?

    An Aperol Spritz includes prosecco, whereas an Aperol Soda only includes Aperol, club soda and simple syrup.

    What is the ABV of Aperol Soda?

    Aperol has 11% ABV. It is the only spirit used in this recipe, which makes it a good lower-alcohol cocktail option.

    What is the Aperol and soda ratio?

    I recommend using 2 oz. Aperol and 3 oz. club soda to make an Aperol Soda.

    Where can I get orange simple syrup?

    You can make your own orange simple syrup (I highly recommend it - it's easy and very flavorful), or you can buy it at many grocery and liquor stores.

    Aperol Soda in a cocktail glass garnished with an orange slice.

    Aperol Soda

    Jessica Vogl
    A delicious and refreshing recipe for an Aperoal Soda cocktail - a great lower-alcohol option for the warm summer months!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 1

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ounces Aperol
    • 3 ounces club soda
    • 1 teaspoon orange simple syrup
    • orange slice for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Fill a lowball glass with ice. Add 1 teaspoon orange simple syrup*.
    • Add 2 ounces Aperol to the glass, then top with 3 ounces club soda. Garnish with an orange slice and serve immediately.

    Notes

    *This recipe is made with orange simple syrup, but you can also use regular simple syrup or another flavored simple syrup of your choice. 
    Keyword aperitif, aperol, cocktail, soda
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