If you know me, you know I am all about gin cocktails in any form. Whether it is for fun with friends or a casual weekend night, mixing gin with a bitter aperitif is my go-to. Usually, I am all about Negroni with Campari, but I got curious—what if I swapped in Aperol instead? Aperol Spritz is already a summer favorite for many of us, so why not? And then I thought, let’s throw in my Rosemary Cocktail Syrup and see what happens. The result? A pure flavor wonder! I love the flavors so much, and I hope you will like it too!
What you need for the Gin Aperol Spritz
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Gin – Gin is a distilled alcoholic drink that gets its unique flavor from juniper berries, and therefore has a piney taste. Often includes botanicals such as coriander, citrus peels, and spices, adding more complexity to the flavor.
Aperol – Aperol is a slightly bitter Italian liqueur with a citrusy, herbal flavor, often used in cocktails like the popular Aperol Spritz. While it is easy to confuse Aperol with Campari, they are different—Aperol is lighter, less bitter, and a bit sweeter, with a bright orange color, while Campari is darker and more intense with a deep red colour.
Rosemary Cocktail Syrup – The rosemary cocktail syrup will bring fun and herby twist to your drinks. You can mix it with your favourite cocktails (such as this one) and get ready to cool down on hot summer nights, impress friends, or just feel fancy on a weekend. Plus is so easy and simple to make.
Fancy Flavored Ice Cubes – These ice cubes are so simple and stunning, and just looking at them can work wonders. Plus, they contain your favourite herbs and fruits, completely customizable to fit your favourite drink recipes. While regular ice works fine, these pretty and flavourful ice cubes are a game-changer—trust me, you’ll want them in your freezer all the time.
Lime juice and few orange slices – Lime brings a fresh, zesty kick that balances the sweetness of Aperol, while the orange slices enhance both the flavors and colors. For an extra special touch, toss in a few dried orange pieces, if you have them around.
Sparkling water – To keep things light and bubbly, a splash of sparkling water is the perfect finishing touch, adding just the right amount of fizz without extra sugar.
Simple but cool cocktail glasses – To serve this drink right, go for simple yet stylish can glasses. I chose these simple can glasses as I they can be used for many different type of drinks (beer, soda, cocktail, juice – you name it) and are easy to maintain.
Gin Aperol Spritz
Course: DrinksDifficulty: Easy1
servings5
minutes5
minutesTry this fun and tasty Gin Aperol Spritz cocktail - perfect for enjoying with friends. It is a drink that adds a little sparkle to your day!
Ingredients
2 oz (or 60 ml) dry gin
1 oz (or 30 ml) Aperol
1 oz (or 30 ml) rosemary cocktail syrup
lime juice (about half of small lime)
about 1/2 cup of sparking water for topping
2-3 thin slices of orange (or blood orange even better)
Directions
- Start by giving your glass a little flair—lightly wet the rim of the glass with a bit of water or just roll the half lime around the rim and roll it in sugar for a sweet, sparkly coating. Pop the glass in the fridge for at least an hour to let it chill out.
- When you are ready to assemble, grab your fancy ice cubes, and add them to your cooled glass with the orange slices.
- Pour in the gin, Aperol, lime juice, and the aromatic rosemary syrup.
- Gently stir it all together with a spoon, letting those flavors mingle.
- Finally, top it off with a splash of sparkling water for that perfect finish. If you have fresh rosemary laying around, don't be shy to add it in. It would elevate the look and flavor of the cocktail 100%. Now is time for you to sip and enjoy your refreshing drink. Cheers!
Notes
- You can substitute the Rosemary cocktail syrup with a simple syrup, BUT the flavors will not be as original.
- You can swap the rosemary cocktail syrup with tonic water (just skip the sparkling water at the end). Keep in mind, though, that any substitution will change the flavor, so it won't taste quite like the original recipe.
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