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Festive Spritz

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Get your holiday celebrations bubbling with this vibrant and refreshing Festive Spritz. Its sparkling citrus notes and bright colors will set the mood for any gathering.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

  • 2 ounces bitter liqueur (Aperol or Amermelade-style liqueur)
  • 3 ounces sparkling wine
  • Club soda, to top it off
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 orange wedge
  • A few fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

  1. Mix the Base:
    In a festive glass, pour the bitter liqueur and sparkling wine.
  2. Add the Sparkle:
    Top off the drink with club soda to create a light and bubbly finish.
  3. Cool it Down:
    Add a few ice cubes for a crisp, refreshing chill.
  4. Garnish and Serve:
    Decorate your spritz with an orange wedge and a few fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and aroma.

Tip: For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the bitter liqueur with blood orange soda and use a non-alcoholic sparkling wine.

Cheers to a sparkling holiday season!

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