How to make the perfect Venetian Spritz

A Venetian Spritz is a classic cocktail perfect for sipping on a warm evening as the sun sets.

The combination of bitter Select Aperitivo, sweet Prosecco, and a splash of soda water makes for a refreshing and balanced drink.

What makes a Venetian Spritz different is the Select Aperitivo – a drink woven into the very fabric of Venice. It’s a powerful mix of 30 botanicals, including hints of juniper berries and rhubarb roots.

Here’s how to make a great Venetian Spritz:

  1. Start by filling a wine glass with ice
  2. Add three parts of Prosecco
  3. Next, add two parts Select Aperitivo
  4. Add a splash of soda water
  5. Give the drink a gentle stir
  6. Garnish the glass with a twist of orange peel
  7. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your Venetian Spritz!

Here’s a Bàcaro secret: To make the perfect Venetian Spritz, it’s important to use the highest-quality ingredients and a chilled glass. At Bàcaro, we take time to create our garnishes from scratch – this makes a world of difference in terms of flavour complexity.

The Venetian Spritz is a refreshing drink: floral, vegetal, woodsy, citrusy, and spicy. The orange peel garnish also gives the Spritz a nice touch, but you could garnish with olive for a different (more traditional) taste.

If you’re feeling adventurous, add a splash of Campari or Grand Marnier, giving the drink a richer flavour.

Enjoy your Venetian Spritz on a terrace or balcony with a sunset view. But remember, there’s no better place to enjoy a waterfront sunset than with your friends at Bàcaro! Sit back and enjoy a classic Venetian drink as you nibble delicious Cichetti and take in the waterfront view.

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