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Almost ten years ago, I had the opportunity to spend a semester in Florence, Italy. The memories of strolling through the piazzas and seeing people enjoying a vibrant orange drink on patios are etched in my mind. Intrigued, I decided to order one for myself during my next dining experience – it turned out to be an Aperol Spritz. Initially unsure of what to expect taste-wise, the bitter notes surprised me (I had anticipated something sweeter!). However, being a fan of bold, bitter flavors, I soon found myself regularly ordering Aperol Spritz from menus. Upon returning to the United States, it quickly became one of my favorite cocktails.
When a frozen variation of this drink went viral on social media last year, it piqued my interest immediately. While I had seen slushy-style Aperol Spritz before, they tended to be either too bitter or too sweet when dispensed from ice machines at certain restaurants. Naturally, I was skeptical about this version gaining popularity online. Nevertheless, with just three simple ingredients, I felt compelled to give it a try.
Here is the recipe for the 3-Ingredient Frozen Aperol Spritz:
Ingredients:
– 2 cups of ice
– 4 ounces of orange juice
– 4 ounces of Aperol
– 4 ounces of Prosecco
Instructions:
1. Place all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend on medium-high speed or use a preprogrammed setting if available.
3. Transfer the mixture into two cocktail glasses, garnish with an orange slice, and serve immediately.
My Honest Opinion on the Viral 3-Ingredient Frozen Aperol Spritz:
I am excited to make this recipe again. It is incredibly simple – it only took me about five minutes to blend and serve the cocktails. Additionally, I typically have Aperol and Prosecco on hand in my home bar during the summer months.
It is worth noting that Aperol spritz drinks, despite their tropical appearance, tend to have a more bitter, herbal, and citrusy taste. The frozen version maintains this flavor profile but feels more refreshing due to the melting ice which helps to mellow out some of the bitterness.
While preparing this drink, I felt the urgency of beating the heat on a scorching 90-degree day. A helpful tip I discovered is that if your drink starts to melt excessively, you can re-blend it with a few ice cubes to restore its slushy consistency. This recipe is straightforward, and I am eager to make pitchers of this frozen Aperol spritz for my upcoming summer gatherings.
Tips for Enhancing the 3-Ingredient Frozen Aperol Spritz:
1. Enhance the citrusy flavor by adding 2 ounces
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