How to make Spritz without soda? Here are 3 variations to know and try
Friends meeting after a long day, chatting, laughing and clinking glasses in toast: it's aperitif time, a timeless ritual in which Spritz reigns supreme.
Fresh, fizzy and colorful, Spritz is the happy hour cocktail par excellence, born in Italy but loved all over the world.
But what happens when you get ready to pour the Aperol, open the Prosecco and realize you don't have any soda? Don't panic! In this article we reveal how to make a Spritz without soda with 3 fizzy and tasty alternatives approved by bartenders and Spritz-lovers!
What is the classic Spritz recipe?
Before finding out how to make an Aperol Spritz without soda , let's see together what the ingredients are of the traditional recipe approved by the IBA ( International Bartenders Association ):
- 90ml of Prosecco
- 60ml of Aperol
- 30 ml of soda
- Ice
- A slice of orange to garnish
The process is very simple. The result? A light, balanced cocktail with a citrusy and slightly bitter taste.
Compared to the basic recipe, there are then some variations allowed, such as that between prosecco brut or extra dry and that between Aperol, Campari or Select. But what about soda, what alternatives are there?
How to Make Spritz Without Soda: 3 Alternative Options for Bubbles
Soda is carbonated water with added minerals (such as sodium bicarbonate, potassium, potassium sulfate, sodium phosphate, sodium chloride, and sodium citrate) that give it a stronger, saltier flavor than plain sparkling water.
It is mainly used to dilute other drinks, especially liqueurs and, as we have just seen, it is one of the main ingredients in the classic Spritz recipe.
But how to make Spritz without soda ? Here are 3 valid alternatives:
- Seltz . The first alternative is Seltz , a carbonated water with the addition of carbon dioxide but not mineral salts, with a drier taste than soda. Using it in your Spritz will give you a lighter and cleaner cocktail, enhancing the notes of Prosecco and Aperol.
- Tonic water . The second option for a Spritz without seltzer or soda is tonic water . Its bitter aftertaste, given by quinine , gives a more aromatic twist to the Spritz and pairs well with Aperol and Campari, creating a drink with a more complex and intriguing profile.
- Sparkling water . The last option is the simplest and most immediate: sparkling water. Although it has a more neutral taste, it maintains the freshness and effervescence typical of Spritz and is perfect for those who prefer a more delicate flavor.
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