Amaro Spritz Recipe

Amaro Spritz recipe — The sophisticated Italian who reads philosophy books at beach bars. Made with amaro. Originally from Italy.

I'm that mysteriously bitter friend who actually makes everything more interesting. Sure, I might make you contemplate life's complexities, but I'll do it while keeping you refreshed and slightly buzzed. I'm what happens when aperitivo culture meets your need to look effortlessly cool.

Amaro literally means 'bitter' in Italian, and there are over 200 different types of amaro produced across Italy, each guarding secret family recipes that often date back centuries. Some amaros contain over 50 different herbs and botanicals.

Born from Italy's centuries-old tradition of making herbal digestifs, the amaro spritz emerged as a lighter, more social way to enjoy these complex bitter liqueurs. Italian bartenders began lengthening amaros with sparkling water in the 1950s, creating the perfect aperitivo companion.

Ingredients

• 3 oz prosecco
• 2 oz amaro (Aperol, Campari, or Cynar work well)
• 1 oz soda water
• 1 slice orange (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Fill wine glass with large ice cube.
2. Add amaro first, then prosecco.
3. Top with soda water and stir gently.
4. Garnish with orange slice.

Category: cocktail | Difficulty: easy | Base spirit: amaro | ABV: 8.0-12.0%

Origin: Italy