Aperol Zest Fizz

Aperol Zest Fizz is a delightful cocktail that combines the herbaceous and bittersweet orange flavors of Aperol with zesty lemon juice, a touch of sweetness from simple syrup, and the frothy texture of egg white. This refreshing drink, originating from the Cotogna restaurant in San Francisco, is an ideal choice for a leisurely brunch or any social gathering. The effervescence of seltzer adds a crisp finish to this bright and invigorating libation.

Aperol Zest Fizz

A delightful and frothy cocktail featuring Aperol's bittersweet orange flavor, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness, topped with seltzer for a refreshing finish.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz. Aperol
  • 1 oz. lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz. simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz. egg white
  • Seltzer
  • Grapefruit peel, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine Aperol, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
  2. Vigorously shake the ingredients in the cocktail shaker.
  3. Add ice to the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously again.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Top the cocktail with seltzer.
  6. Optionally, garnish with grapefruit peel.