5 delicious Italian alternatives to an Aperol Spritz

As summer is in full swing, we’re excited to share some unique ways to enjoy an Italian spritz this summer that’s anything but basic. These recipes are provided by the Italian Trade Agency’s Italian Spirits Promotion Project as a way to introduce Americans to some under-the-radar Italian spirits they might not know about while bringing a refreshing taste of Italy to those who can’t travel abroad this summer.

Italicus Spritz

2 parts ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto 

2 parts Prosecco (or Champagne)

Method: Build over ice cubes in a large wine glass. Garnish with three green olives.

 

Portofino Spritz

2 oz Portofino Dry Gin 

1/2 oz Italicus or other bergamot liqueur 

2 dashes of lavender bitter 

Method: Pour into a large glass filled with ice, top with Prosecco and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

 

The Select Spritz

 

3 Parts La Marca Prosecco

2 Parts Select Aperitivo

1 Splash Soda Water

Garnish: 1 Large Green Olive

Preparation: Pour Select, La Marca Prosecco, and soda water into a wine glass over ice. Top with a large green olive.

 

Summer Spritz 

 

1 ½ oz Limoncello Rossi d’Asiago

2 oz Prosecco 

Top-up with soda

Method: In a pre-cooled glass, add ice cubes, pour in the Limoncello and the Prosecco. Top-up with soda and garnish with a lemon zest. 

 

Pallini Spritz

 

3 oz Prosecco

2 oz Pallini Limoncello

1 oz Sparkling water 

Dash of Angostura bitters 

Orange slice

Method: Build all ingredients over ice in a spritz glass and stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice.