The Recipe · No.1056 · Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail)

Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail), and where to source it

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Build it in the wine glass in the classic order: bubbles first, then the bitter aperitif, then a splash of soda. Pour the aperitif in first and it stains the whole glass dark instead of that layered sunset.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep4 min
Cook0 min
Makesmakes 1
CuisineSpritz
Cost$$
VeganGluten-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 1 servings
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
Non-alcoholic bitter aperitif
A zero-proof bitter orange aperitif is the heart of this drink. It brings the bitterness the fizz and orange can't fake.
2 ozrecommended
Local / market
Zero-proof sparkling wine
A dry non-alcoholic sparkling wine gives the body and bubbles. Sparkling water works but is thinner.
3 ozrecommended
Local / market
Club soda
A short splash to open it up. Fresh and hard-fizzing.
splashrecommended
Local / market
Fresh orange
A fat orange slice is the signature garnish and adds real citrus oil to the nose.
1 slicerecommended
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Ice
Big cubes filling a wine glass keep it cold without watering the bitterness down.
1 glassrecommended
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
  1. BuildFill a wine glass with ice. Pour the sparkling wine first, then the bitter aperitif.
  2. TopAdd a splash of soda and give one gentle stir to layer the color.
  3. GarnishSlide a thick orange slice into the glass.
The Toolkit

Wine glass · Jigger · Bar spoon

Straight Answers
Can you make Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail) in an air fryer? — Not needed

No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.

Can you freeze Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail)? — Yes

Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.

Can you make Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail) ahead of time? — Partly

The components hold — prep the parts ahead and finish it close to serving for the best texture.

Is Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail) gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Virgin Aperol Spritz (Aperol Spritz Mocktail) vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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