If you’re not sure what to make with Aperol besides your classic Aperol spritz then take a look through these recipes. Some of these are spins on classic cocktails like a spritz or a margarita and some are fun things to try for summer parties like jell-o shots and boozy popsicles. You would be surprised how Aperol can pair well with summer flavors like strawberry or pineapple.
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Aperol Spritz Popsicles (Makes 12)
Ingredients
- 2 cups prosecco
- 1 cup Aperol
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup club soda
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a pitcher and pour into popsicle molds.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or until solid before serving.
I always use this popsicle mold for my boozy (and non boozy) ice pops.
Aperol Pineapple Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/2 oz Aperol
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
Instructions
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a salt-rimmed glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge.
Aperol Strawberry Mimosa
Ingredients
- 3 oz chilled prosecco
- 1 oz Aperol
- 1/2 oz fresh strawberry puree or strawberry syrup
- Splash of orange juice
Instructions
- Pour the strawberry puree and Aperol into a flute and stir gently.
- Top with prosecco and a splash of orange juice.
If you don’t want to make your own strawberry syrup you can buy it online.
Frozen Strawberry Aperol Spritz
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 cup prosecco
- 1/2 cup Aperol
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients until completely smooth and slushy.
- Pour into wine glasses and serve immediately.
The blender I usually use is the Beast blender.
Aperol Spritz Jello Shots
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Prosecco
- 1/2 cup Aperol
- 1 3 oz package of orange Jell-O
- 1/3 cup sugar optional
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of Prosecco, 1 package of orange jell-o and 1/3 cup of sugar to a sauce pan and cook on low for 3 minutes, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Add 1/2 cup chilled Prosecco and 1/2 cup Aperol.
- Stir well to combine.
- Add to mini cups and refrigerate for at least two hours to set.
You can find ez squeeze jell-o shot cups here.
Aperol Rosé Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 cup raspberries and chopped strawberries
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 bottle rosé wine
- 1/2 cup Aperol
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Sparkling water to top
Instructions
- Combine the fruit, wine, Aperol, and syrup in a pitcher and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Pour into ice-filled glasses and top with a splash of sparkling water.
Find my favorite wine and spritz glasses here.
Aperol Coconut Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/2 oz Aperol
- 1/2 oz cream of coconut
- 1 oz lime juice
- Toasted coconut or salt and lime zest for rim
Instructions
- Shake the liquid ingredients with ice until very cold and well-combined.
- Strain into a rimmed glass filled with fresh ice.
You can use Coco Lopez or Real Exotics Cream of Coconut.
Pineapple Coconut Aperol Spritz
Ingredients
- 2 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz Aperol
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz coconut syrup
- 1 oz club soda
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a wine glass filled with ice and stir.
You can find coconut syrup here.
For more summer recipes (and recipes all year long) you can order my new book Sips of the Seasons today. it’s the perfect guide to hosting happy hour and holidays all year long.
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