Aperol Spritz

Ingredients:

• 1/2 Cup (4oz) Aperol
• 1 Teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 Cup (2oz) chilled prosecco or other sparkling wine
• 2 Tablespoons (1oz) chilled club soda
• Garnish: Thinly sliced lemon

Method:

1. Combine Aperol and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker; add ice. Cover and shake. Strain into a cocktail glass; stir in prosecco and club soda. Garnish with lemon and serve immediately. Yield: 1 cocktail.

This trendy cocktail takes its name from the main ingredient, Aperol, a citrusy, herby Italian aperitif. When mixed with prosecco and a touch of fresh lemon juice, this is arguably one of summer's most refreshing cocktails.