Summer Serenade

Name: Summer Serenade
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz aperol; 1 oz grapefruit juice; 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur; 3 oz prosecco; 2 oz soda water; for garnish grapefruit slice; for garnish mint sprig

Refreshing, low-alcohol cocktail with vibrant colors and flavors

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

11%*

Calories

168*

Net Carbs

11g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a low-abv cocktail using Aperol or Campari, perfect for the summer

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Summer Serenade is a refreshing, low-alcohol cocktail that embodies the essence of summer with its vibrant colors and flavors. A perfect balance of bitter, sweet, and bubbly, it's ideal for sipping on a warm afternoon or during a sunset gathering. This cocktail uses Aperol for its base, known for its bright orange hue and bitter-sweet flavor, making it an inviting option for those who enjoy spritzes and other apéritif-based drinks. Ingredients: - 2 oz Aperol - 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice - 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur - 3 oz Prosecco - 2 oz soda water - Grapefruit slice, for garnish - Mint sprig, for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine Aperol, fresh grapefruit juice, and elderflower liqueur. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 2. Strain the mixture into a large wine glass filled with ice. 3. Gently pour the Prosecco and soda water over the Aperol mixture. 4. Gently stir to combine the layers. 5. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a sprig of mint on the rim of the glass. Glass: - Large wine glass The Summer Serenade is a symphony of flavors that are both uplifting and relaxing. The combination of Aperol and elderflower liqueur creates a unique floral and bitter-sweet profile, while the grapefruit juice adds a tangy freshness. Topped with Prosecco and soda water, the drink becomes wonderfully effervescent, making it an ideal choice for those long, lazy days of summer. Enjoy this low-ABV cocktail as a delightful start to your evening or as a sophisticated option at your next summer soiree.

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