Blood Orange Aperitivo

Sometimes the classic Aperol spritz needs just a little twist to feel new again. This Blood Orange Aperitivo takes everything you love about that iconic Italian sipper and adds layers of complexity with fresh blood orange juice and a couple dashes of rhubarb bitters. The result hits all the right notes. You get Aperol's signature bittersweet orange flavor, but the blood orange juice brings this gorgeous ruby color and a deeper, almost berry-like sweetness that makes the drink feel more substantial. Those rhubarb bitters add a subtle tart edge that keeps everything bright and interesting. The prosecco brings its usual bubbly charm, while a splash of club soda stretches the drink out just enough to make it dangerously easy to sip through. This is your golden hour drink. Pour one when you're winding down from the day but not quite ready for dinner, or when you're hosting and want something that looks impressive but comes together in about thirty seconds. Give it a try next time you want a spritz that's a cut above the usual.