Apple Cider Spritz

Apple Cider Spritz

Posted: October 6, 2023
Category: Cocktail - Fall

Ingredients

Instructions

Combine apple cider, A[erol and pumpkin spice or cinnamon in a large wine glass and stir to distribute the spice. Fill the glass with ice and add apple slices and a cinnamon stick. Top off with Prosecco.

Description

Embrace the crisp, golden days of autumn with the Apple Cider Spritz, a delightful cocktail that captures the essence of the season's bounty. This enchanting libation artfully combines apple cider, Aperol, Prosecco, and a hint of pumpkin spice or cinnamon, all adorned with apple slices and a cinnamon stick for a truly heartwarming experience.

At its core, the Apple Cider Spritz pays homage to the orchards and apple-picking adventures of fall. The apple cider, with its sweet, orchard-fresh essence, forms the foundation of this inviting elixir, providing a taste of the harvest season.

Aperol, with its bittersweet charm, adds a captivating depth of flavor that perfectly complements the apple's natural sweetness. Prosecco, the effervescent Italian sparkler, brings a touch of sophistication and merriment, bubbling like laughter at a harvest festival.

A pinch of pumpkin spice or cinnamon, like fallen leaves underfoot, introduces a warm, comforting aroma that envelops the senses.

Served in a wine glass filled with ice, garnished with delicate apple slices that float like autumn leaves on a pond and crowned with a cinnamon stick, the Apple Cider Spritz is a visual and gustatory masterpiece. Each sip is a journey through the vibrant colors and cozy moments of fall, a celebration of the season's abundant beauty. Raise your glass and toast to the Apple Cider Spritz—a cocktail that captures the very essence of autumn's splendor.