Cocktail recipe

Bitter Orange Aperitivo

Blood orange and a bitter aperitif give this Prosecco serve a bittersweet centre rather than a purely sweet fruit profile.

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Bitter Orange Aperitivo

Description

Blood orange and a bitter aperitif give this Prosecco serve a bittersweet centre rather than a purely sweet fruit profile. Build and top gently to preserve the bubbles.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Bitter red aperitif
  • 35 ml Blood Orange Juice
  • 80 ml Prosecco

Instructions

  1. Prepare the serving glass. Use fresh ice for a rocks, highball or wine-glass serve; chill stemware for a drink served without ice.
  2. Combine 45 ml Bitter red aperitif, 35 ml Blood Orange Juice in the prepared glass and stir briefly.
  3. Gently add 80 ml Prosecco. Stir once to combine without flattening the bubbles.
  4. Finish with the suggested garnish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Wine Glass
Wine Glass (Recommended)

A versatile stemmed glass for spritzes, sangrias, and wine-based cocktails.

250–500 ml Large stemmed bowl with room for ice and aroma.

Best for: Aperol Spritz, Hugo Spritz, sangria, wine cocktails, tonic-based serves.

Garnish: Works beautifully with orange slices, herbs, berries, and citrus wheels.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 8.1% ABV 1.4 alcohol units Ice cubes
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