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In a glass measuring cup, combine the fresh orange juice and fresh lemon juice. Divide between 1-2 ice cube trays. Then, divide the Aperol between 1-2 ice cube trays. Cover the trays with plastic wrap or tinfoil to prevent the juice and Aperol from picking up other flavors in the freezer. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Once the juice and Aperol is frozen, release the cubes from the trays. Add the juice and Aperol ice cubes to a blender. Then, add the frozen strawberries, Prosecco, and ice. Blend until the mixture is smooth, 30-60 seconds. Taste, and add 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup if you want a sweeter cocktail.
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Divide the cocktail between 4 glasses. Top with a splash Prosecco, if desired. Garnish with mint, olives, and/or orange slices and enjoy immediately!
Granita (No Blender!)
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Use a potato masher to purée the strawberries until they're very smooth. (I recommend using a blender or food processor to purée the berries if you have one). You can also leave out the fruit for a more traditional spritz!
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Gently whisk the strawberry purée, Aperol, orange juice, lemon juice, and Prosecco in a medium bowl. Taste and add 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup if you'd like a sweeter cocktail. Pour the mixture into a metal half sheet pan or shallow glass baking dish (a pie plate works perfectly!).
3
Freeze for 2 hours, and then scrape the mixture with a fork. Scrape the mixture every hour for another 3-4 hours, or until the mixture resembles shaved ice.
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Divide the mixture between 4 glasses and top with more Prosecco, if desired. Garnish with mint, olives, and/or orange slices. Enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pre-Chill Your Glassware ❄️Freeze your glasses for at least 2 hours before serving to maintain the frozen consistency of your cocktail and prevent rapid melting that dilutes the flavors.
- Balance Your Citrus Ratio 🍋Use equal parts fresh lemon and orange juice (about 0.75 oz each) to achieve the perfect tart-sweet balance that complements the bittersweet Aperol without overpowering it.
- Batch the Simple Syrup Ahead 🍯Prepare your simple syrup 24 hours in advance and chill it thoroughly, allowing you to blend a larger batch of cocktails without watering down your drink with warm ingredients.
- Pulse, Don't Pulverize 🧊Use short pulses when blending with frozen strawberries to achieve a slushy texture with visible fruit pieces, rather than a smooth puree that loses the elegant appearance of the cocktail.
- Garnish With Intention 🍓Add your mint and orange slices immediately before serving, and place one frozen strawberry on the rim to prevent wilting while enhancing both visual appeal and authentic Italian presentation.
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Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
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