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spritz (cocktail)

The spritz cocktails replacing the Aperol original this spring

Mother’s Day brunches and Memorial Day gatherings put spritzes back on spring menus, but Aperol is no longer the star of the show. The orange aperitivo is still iconic, but bartenders and home hosts are turning to bergamot, elderflower, limoncello, Campari and Cynar for bitter, floral and citrus versions

Spritz-style drinks dominate spring menus for patios and gatherings

Warm afternoons change what people order, moving spritz-style drinks to the top of cocktail menus. As patios fill and earlier occasions account for more beverage sales, bars and restaurants have more reason to feature a cocktail that is quick to serve and easy to carry across warm-weather dining.

Italian aperitivo culture gains ground in American homes

Trade the usual game-day wings for a chilled spritz and a bowl of olives, as the 2026 Winter Olympics introduce Italian aperitivo culture into American homes. The pre-dinner ritual finds a place at U.S. watch parties, offering a crisp pour while fans argue over who’s taking