This Fall inspired Aperol Spritz with Ginger Beer is such a simple, yet unique twist on the classic Aperol Spritz Cocktail. The delicious recipe is the perfect addition for Fall gatherings, and it’s one that all ginger beer cocktail lovers will enjoy!
Why you’ll love this easy Aperol Spritz Cocktail…
- Adding Ginger Beer to cocktails is such an easy way to add some cozy seasonal flavor to your favourite alcoholic beverage. For this recipe, we simply replaced soda water (which you would use in a classic Italian Aperol Spritz) with Ginger Beer! You can even go a step further and add a cinnamon stick to be even more festive.
- I serve this easy cocktail in wine glasses, but you can use a highball glass, tall glass or even a copper mug!
- Having a party? You can easily multiply this recipe and serve it in a punch bowl! Perfect Thanksgiving cocktail idea!
- You don’t need to use a cocktail shaker for this recipe, make it all in the glass and gently stir to combine!
If you love apple cider cocktails, you have to try this Warmed Spiced Apple Cider! And stay tuned, I’m excited to share more Ginger Beer cocktails soon, but let’s start with this Aperol Cocktail!
And if you are a big fan of using Aperol in cocktails, try this Orange and Aperol Fizz. It uses fresh pressed orange juice, and and it tastes so fresh. It’s perfect to serve at brunch too!
What you’ll need to make this Ginger Beer Aperol Spritz Cocktail…
- 3 oz of Aperol
- 3 oz of Prosecco
- 1 oz of Grand Marnier, or any orange liquor of your choice
- 1 oz of Ginger Beer
- a handful of ice cubes
- orange slices for garnish
How to make this Easy Aperol Ginger Beer Cocktail…
- In a glass filled with ice, pour in the Aperol, orange liquor, Prosecco and Ginger Beer. Gently stir and garnish with one or two orange slices.
FAQ’s and Variations…
- Don’t want to use orange, lime wedges or a lemon wedge!
- Don’t have ginger beer on hand? Try it with Ginger Ale! It’s just as refreshing and delicious…
- Like a sweeter cocktail? Add in 1/2 oz of simple syrup. You can even add some of this Cinnamon Simple Syrup for an extra festive taste.
- Make it less boozy by replacing the Prosecco with club soda.
- Make it most festive by using a blood orange for garnish!
Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With over 6 years of creating recipes for your favourite food brands, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts.
