COCKTAIL RECIPE
Makes 1 cocktail
1 1/2 oz Aperol
1 oz fresh blood orange juice
1/2 oz spiced hibiscus syrup
1 to 2 oz Prosecco
1 oz sparkling water, optional
Edible glitter, optional
Blood orange slice or twist, for garnish
Make the spiced hibiscus syrup using the recipe in Notes from the Bar. Fill a wine glass or large coupe with crushed ice and add the Aperol, blood orange juice, and syrup. Stir gently, then top with Prosecco and sparkling water, if using, and add a pinch of edible glitter if you like. Garnish with a blood orange slice or twist.
NOTES FROM THE BAR
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SPICED HIBISCUS SYRUP
We make our own for this one — it's ginger-forward, keeps in the fridge for up to three weeks, and works across a whole collection of cocktails. Full recipe here.
Balance
Less prosecco keeps the cocktail light and balanced — 1 to 2 ounces gives the perfect sparkle without dilution.
Bubble Options
You can make it lighter by using all sparkling water instead of prosecco. It’s just as refreshing and ideal for daytime sipping.
Glitter Joy
Adding edible glitter to this cocktail is the perfect extra touch when you're celebrating the season or a special occasion with friends.
Syrup Swap
We highly recommend making the hibiscus syrup. It’s used in several of our cocktails and adds such a beautiful winter note. However, if you’re making this cocktail in spring or summer, you can substitute simple syrup instead. During the holidays or colder months, though, we think the spiced hibiscus syrup is the only way to go.
Citrus Swap
If blood oranges aren’t available, use regular orange juice. It offers the same brightness with a softer color.
Aperitif Choice
For a more bitter, complex flavor, swap Aperol for Campari. The color deepens and the drink leans a little more sophisticated.
Seasonal Tip
This cocktail transitions beautifully from fall to winter. Think Thanksgiving aperitif through New Year’s brunch.
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