Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz Recipe with Lyre’s Italian Spritz

It’s rare for a cocktail to feel classic yet modern all at the same time. But with the Aperol Spritz, that’s exactly what you get.

Born as the Spritz Veneziano, this wine-based cocktail has been served in Northern Italy for nearly two centuries, after German soldiers asked tavern owners to dilute the high-alcohol wines of the region with a splash of water - AKA “spritzen” in German (by the way, if you're looking for a delicious way to enjoy wine without the alcohol, look no further than YOURS Non-Alcoholic California Red Blend). This tradition continued until the 1950’s, when locals began adding the Italian bitter aperitif Aperol to the mixture of water and wine. And with that, the Aperol Spritz was born!

While decidedly popular during warm Italian summers, this cocktail never really caught on outside of the country. That is, until 2003, when the Aperol brand was acquired by spirits conglomerate Campari Group, who quickly expanded the reach of the cocktail in order to sell more product. By 2018, the Aperol Spritz reached a tipping point, exploding in popularity across the globe as drinkers everywhere flocked to its refreshing taste and bright, bold colors.

Of course, like all cocktails that consist primarily of alcoholic ingredients, making a non-alcoholic version of the Aperol Spritz has remained an impossible challenge. That is, until recently, when Lyre’s Spirit Co. released their newest blend, Lyre’s Italian Spritz. Incorporating the same bitter flavors and bright orange hue, this alcohol-free spirit has opened up a whole new world of non-alcoholic cocktails, including the elusive Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz Recipe.

Ready for an alcohol-free take on this classic Italian cocktail? Then read on for our Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz Recipe with Lyre’s Italian Spritz & Fre Sparkling Brut, and try one for yourself today!

Ingredients for Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz with Lyre’s Italian Spritz & Fre Sparkling Brut

• 3 oz – Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Italian Spritz
• 2 oz – Fre Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Brut Champagne
• 1 Dash - All The Bitter New Orleans Alcohol Free Bitters
• 1 oz – Soda Water
• Ice
• Orange for Garnish

Directions for Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz with Lyre’s Italian Spritz & Fre Sparkling Brut

1. Fill glass 1/2 full with ice
2. Pour in Lyre’s Non-Alcoholic Italian Spritz
3. Pour in Fre Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Brut Champagne
4. Add dash of All The Bitter New Orleans Alcohol Free Bitters
5. Top with soda water
6. Add orange wedges for garnish

That’s it! A bright, beautiful alcohol-free Aperol Spritz cocktail that’ll instantly transport you to the coasts of Italy with just one sip.

Be sure to give our Non-Alcoholic Aperol Spritz a try for yourself and let us know what you think in the comments below. Also be sure to tag us with photos of your finished drink on Instagram at @sipyours!