Aperol Spritz

What it tastes like

A long, fizzy finish, kept long and easy-drinking. Overall it reads as bitter, refreshing.

Ingredient tips

• Open mixers as late as possible and pour gently — flat fizz makes a tall drink feel tired.

When to serve it

Serve on a warm afternoon, with plenty of ice, or as an aperitif before a meal to wake up the palate.

Common mistakes

• Pouring mixers in early or hard. Add them last, down the side of the glass, to keep the fizz.

Variations to try

• Top with tonic water instead of soda for a drier, more bitter finish.
• No soda water? Try Sparkling water as a substitute (good swap).