Rhubarb Sunset

The Aperol spritz is lovely, but sometimes you want something with a little more to say. This rhubarb-spiked version keeps all that easygoing sparkle while adding layers that make you actually pause between sips. Tart rhubarb syrup plays beautifully against Aperol's bitter orange, and the lemon juice sharpens everything up without overwhelming the bubbles. A few dashes of Peychaud's bitters bring a whisper of anise and deepen the color to something closer to an actual sunset. The Prosecco and club soda keep it light and fizzy, but there's real flavor here, not just sweetness and bubbles. Pour this when you're settling into a warm evening on the porch, or when aperitivo hour calls for something more interesting than the usual suspects. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive in a big wine glass but doesn't require any fancy techniques. Just build, stir gently, and enjoy something that tastes like spring decided to stick around for summer.