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Close out the season with the ultimate late summer sip — refreshing, light, and effortlessly elegant. With its perfect balance of bitter Aperol, crisp Prosecco, and a splash of club soda, this classic Italian cocktail is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. 3:2:1 Aperol Spritz
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• 4 ice cubes (or more as desired) • 3 oz Prosecco INGREDIENTS
• 2 oz Aperol (or other bitter orange aperitif)
• 1 oz club soda • 1 orange slice
DIRECTIONS
1. Fill a wine glass with ice cubes, then pour in Prosecco. 2. Add Aperol to the glass, then top with club soda. (For a sweeter sip, substitute San Pellegrino orange soda for the club soda) 3. Finish by garnishing with an orange slice and enjoy!
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