Delicious, light cocktail before pizza. And what better before Italian food than a little Italian liquor?
Aperol is a dark orange Italian aperitif with a sweet orange taste. Born in 1919 in Padua, Aperol is made from a blend of spirit, rhubarb, chinchona, genziana and a secret combination of herbs. 103 calories in an ounce. 11 percent alcohol.
Adopted from “Lounge in New York” by Eric Wetz, (Wall Street Journal May 15, 2011). “Don’t let the neon color fool you; this is a balanced drink you may want to make by the pitcher.”
W’s Roman Holiday Cocktail
Amount Measure Ingredient — Preparation Method
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1 ounce vodka
1 ounce Aperol
1/2 lime
1/2 orange
spash of soda water
Squeeze juices int vodka and Aperol. Shake with ice and strain into a martni glass.
Top with a splash of soda water or Prosecco.
Garnish with an orange wedge.