Aperol has been made from the same recipe since its genesis in 1919 and, while the precise ingredients remain a closely guarded secret, we know it includes a mix of sweet and bitter oranges, tart rhubarb, and a complex fusion of herbs and roots. The resulting liqueur is celebrated for its taste and quality, cultivating refined motions of sharp citrus, delicate sweetness, and earthy, aromatic perfumes. Traditionally devised as a pre-dinner aperitif, the slight bitterness of Aperol makes it perfect for rousing the appetite and enjoying alongside a luxury spread of appetisers. Nevertheless, Aperol’s low alcohol content of 11% means that it can be enjoyed at any time of day, from brunch until dinner (but preferably always in the sunshine). Perfect Serve – Aperol Aperitivo can be served with lemonade or soda water, in Negronis or Cosmopolitans, but it’d be wrong not to savour it first and foremost in an Aperol Spritz:

• 75ml Prosecco
• 50ml Aperol
• 25ml Soda
• Orange Slice

Fill a large wine glass with plenty of ice, pour in your prosecco and Aperol, and finally top off with a dash of soda water. Garnish with a thin slice of orange and enjoy!