As you may know after whipping up many drinks of your own, a spritz is an aperitivo cocktail that generally consists of a bitter liqueur, prosecco, and a splash of sparkling water. In the case of the Aperol Spritz, the aperitif in question is, well, Aperol, but all you need to do is make a simple one-ingredient swap and use a different aperitif to create an entirely distinct spritz. So, whether you’re all out of Aperol or simply want to give the Italian liqueur a rest, keep reading for seven new and easy spritz recipes! For a version of this cocktail that’s slightly less intense, try a Campari Soda With Orange. This libation uses orange juice in place of prosecco, and calls for a generous pour of soda water to help balance out the Campari. To make a Lillet Spritz, simply combine equal parts Lillet Blanc or Lillet Rosé and soda water, and serve over ice. If you don’t have carbonated water, use tonic water instead. And feel free to get creative with garnishes too. Refreshing options such as cucumber, mint, and strawberry slices all work well. To make a Cappelletti Spritz, combine two parts Cappelletti with three parts prosecco and one part soda water and serve over ice. Garnish with a lemon or orange wheel. RELATED: These Are Poised to Be the 10 Most Popular Drinks This Summer, According to Drizly To make a Select Spritz, combine two parts Select with three parts prosecco and one part soda water and serve over ice. Garnish with a green olive. Believe it or not, the brininess of the garnish pairs beautifully with Select’s bitter and floral notes. To make a Cynar Spritz, combine two parts Cynar with three parts prosecco and one part soda water and serve over ice. Garnish with a lemon wedge, or get creative and finish off the drink with mint leaves and fresh raspberries. To make a Hugo Spritz, add ice to a wine glass and pour in 1.5 parts St‑Germain, along with eight mint leaves. Add two parts prosecco and two parts soda water and stir. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge. RELATED: 12 Tropical Cocktails That’ll Make You Feel Like You’re on Vacation To make an Ambrosia Spritz, combine 1.5 parts Ambrosia with two parts prosecco and a splash of soda water and serve over ice. Garnish with an orange wheel.
