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Fast Company
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Fast Company
It's National Spritz Day: Here's a history of the drink and how to celebrate
There's just something about a bubbly drink, warm weather, and a sunny patio. The Spritz is the perfect summer cocktail, so it makes sense that the holiday celebrating it takes place in the warmer months. To commemorate National Spritz Day today (Friday, August 1), let's mix one part history, one part variations of the cocktail, with a splash of ways to celebrate. How the Spritz came to be Before the Spritz became more formalized, it was born of necessity. The cocktail can trace its origins to the mid-19th century Veneto region. At the time, the floating city was ruled by Austrian soldiers who did not like how strong Italian wines were. They started to dilute it with a spritz of water. The genesis of a more complex cocktail had begun. Over time, the water would turn into sparkling and bitter liqueurs would also be added. A simple recipe At its core, the classic modern Spritz is made up of three parts sparkling or white wine, two parts of your choice of a bitter liqueur (amaro), and one part soda water. If you need a handy way to remember it, just count down from three. In 1919, brothers Luigi and Silvio Barbieri created Aperol, a bitter liqueur that would help popularize the cocktail. This adult beverage would really take off internationally in the 1950s. Variations on the theme The Aperol Spritz is probably the best known, but there are several options if you want to explore further. The Hugo Spritz utilizes an elderflower liqueur such as acqua santa or St-Germain instead of an amaro and hails from Northern Italy. Can you guess what the Campari Spritz uses? If you said Campari, you'd be correct. The same principle applies to the Limoncello Spritz. For those choosing not to drink alcohol, turn to non-alcoholic liqueurs and wines. How to celebrate National Spritz Day The best way to celebrate this holiday is to find a rooftop bar or somewhere outdoors with an ocean breeze. Order a round for your friends and yap the night away. Be forewarned: Alcohol can bring on spontaneous dance parties. Here are some deals and discounts that will help your wallet. If you find yourself in New York City, Houston Hall is offering $10 Aperol Spritzes and $59 Aperol Spritz Towers. Plus at 7 p.m., brand ambassadors from Aperol will be on hand for fun freebies. West Coast friends can check out Punch Bowl Social's $10 custom creations. There are locations in San Diego, Rancho Cucamonga, and Sacramento as well as other venues across the country. A chain restaurant option is Carrabba's Italian Grill. Their Happy Hour menu offers an $8 Passion Pear Spritz all year long. So you can celebrate whenever you choose.
Calgary Herald
3 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Calgary Herald
Easy, ready to drink ideas for our oh-so-short summer
Article content We have approximately one month left until the kids are back in school. One month, give or take a few weeks, until that first frost. Article content Summer is short. We have to take advantage of every moment. Sometimes those moments should be about being outside with friends, not making a complicated drink. Article content Article content I'm all for complicated drinks — don't get me wrong — but when the weather is good, don't waste time fussing. Just get outside and soak up the summery vibes. Article content Article content Article content Article content If you like Aperol Spritz, you'll enjoy this variation. Made with an Italian aperitif wine called Cocchi Americano, it is slightly spicy, citrussy, and just as easy to make as the Aperol edition. Article content The history of the spritz goes back to the 19th century in Italy. Austrian soldiers travelling in the Veneto found Italian wines too strong, says Mark Bata, a partner with Bonvida Wines, an import agency in Calgary. Article content 'So they would ask for them to be diluted, giving the wine a spritz, which means to water them down.' (Spritz is the German word for splash.) Article content Make your own, or sip one at the swanky new Mille Restaurant and Cafe, where all the cocktails are Italian-inspired. 'We believe cocktails should be an experience — rooted in tradition but elevated with creativity,' says owner Jenna Bazzana. Article content Article content Cocchi (pronounced ko-key) Americano is roughly $50 a bottle at Vine Arts – 5 Vines Wine, Craft Beer & Spirits, Highlander Wine & Spirits, Bin 905 and Zyn. Call ahead to confirm availability. Article content 3 parts Prosecco Article content Article content Jorge Ramos, Fladgate Partnership's sales and marketing director, was recently in Calgary. During an event at Cavernus, he mentioned one of his favourite summer cocktails involves just two ingredients: Croft Pink Port and cold jasmine tea. I haven't stopped thinking of it. Article content Launched in 2008, Croft Pink Port was the world's first rosé Port. Light and flavourful, it is ideal for cocktails or poured over ice. It is roughly $20 a bottle at CSN Wine & Spirits, Cork Fine Wine, Liquor & Ale, and Calgary Co-op Wine Spirits Beer in Kensington. Call ahead to confirm availability.
Scotsman
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Celebrate National Spritz Day in the sunshine
Celebrate National Spritz Day in the sunshine with these classic drinks | Canva This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Enjoy National Spritz Day with these delightful spritzers this summer. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... It's National Spritz Day (August 1), a celebration of one of the world's most beloved cocktails. With its unmistakable taste and refreshing profile, the spritz has become synonymous with summer, sunshine, and stylish sipping. Whether you're lounging on a rooftop, setting up for aperitivo hour, or simply soaking up a golden hour moment, there's no better way to toast the day than with a perfectly balanced spritz in hand. Aperol Spritz Aperol Spritz | Morrisons No spritz celebration is complete without honouring the Aperol Spritz, the original Venetian aperitive that sparked a global love affair. With its striking orange hue, bittersweet citrus notes, and effervescent finish, the Aperol Spritz is a timeless classic. Traditionally made with Aperol, prosecco, and a splash of soda water, it's light, refreshing, and endlessly sociable, the kind of drink that brings people together under the sun. Della Vite spritz taster pack Della Vite spritz taster pack | Della Vite This year, National Spritz Day gets even more exciting with the launch of Della Vite's new ready-to-drink Italian Spritzes. Founded by sisters Chloe, Poppy, and Cara Delevingne, Della Vite brings the essence of Italian elegance into every can. Their new Taster Pack flavours include (two of each) Aperitivo Spritz, Bellini Spritz, Sicilian Lemon Spritz, and Hugo Spritz. The classic white wine spritzer Hardy's white wine | Tesco While modern spritzes often feature bold flavors and botanicals, it's worth remembering the humble white wine and lemonade spritz, a beloved British summer staple. Light, easy to make, and endlessly drinkable, this refreshing mix of chilled white wine and fizzy lemonade is perfect for warm afternoons and casual garden get-togethers. Add a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint, and you've got a classic that never goes out of style. Natalie Dixon is NationalWorld's Lifestyle reporter . If you liked this article and want to read more about fashion, beauty and lifestyle you can follow Natalie Dixon on X here . You can also Get the best style and fashion news with Natalie Dixon in Tuesday's NationalWorld newsletter - sign up now Canva Get beach-ready with MySweetSmile's gentle teeth whitening range £ 20.99 Buy now Buy now Sunshine, selfies and holiday cocktails – summer is here, and so are all the moments you'll want to capture with a glowing smile. Whether you're jetting off for a beach escape or heading to a sunny staycation, MySweetSmile can help you look your best. This UK best-seller offers peroxide-free, gentle whitening that works its magic without harsh ingredients or faff. Their powder is perfect for whitening before take-off, while the handy on-the-go pen is great for keeping your smile photo-ready poolside. Shop the full MySweetSmile summer-ready range here.
Wall Street Journal
a day ago
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Aperol Maker Campari Maintains Guidance Despite Tariff Woes
Italian liquor maker Campari backed its guidance for the current year after an increase in sales ahead of the peak season, despite a challenging time for beverage companies given trade disputes and softening demand for alcohol. The maker of Aperol aperitifs said Thursday that it made sales of 1.53 billion euros ($1.75 billion) in the first half, in line with analysts' expectations.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
What does your summer spritz say about you? From Sabrina Carpenter's Limoncello to Charlie XCX's Aperol…
SUN'S out, spritz out - to celebrate National Spritz Day (August 1), it's time to get the drinks on ice. We've rounded up the biggest spritz stars of summer 2025 for you to choose from - and to find out which celeb you're most like, according to your tipple. Advertisement Are you all over the spritz du jour, the Hugo? Maybe you're sweet like Sabrina Carpenter, or a girl about town like supermodel Cara Delevingne? There's a spritz out there for everyone - and the supermarkets are getting involved this summer, with a host of new products to try. 6 Nothing says summer like a spritz! Credit: Villa Massa Find out which recipe has soared in searches by more than 50% in the last three months, plus how to perfect your spritzing at home. So, what's it going to be? Advertisement READ MORE IN FABULOUS 6 Charlie XCX isn't ready to swap her Aperol out just yet Credit: Getty Images, Aperol Aperol Spritz... Like Charlie XCX Once the only spritz to be seen with, the OG has fallen down the hot list, as summer 2025 has seen a raft of rivals be labelled as cooler options. So, anyone still reaching for the Aperol is clearly a leader rather than a follower - like Having recently got married in a classic Vivienne Westwood dress in a low-key register office ceremony, we're sure there was an Aperol or two on the cards to help the singer celebrate. Advertisement After all, it's a classic. Most read in Fabulous 6 Sophie Turner is a fan of the elegant Hugo Spritz - AKA 2025's most fashionable Credit: Getty Images, St-Germain Hugo Spritz... Like Sophie Turner Fresh and elegant, the Hugo spritz is the drink of summer 2025 and loved by all you chic, on-trend girlies, who heart an Insta-perfect drinks party. Game Of Thrones actress Sophie enjoys it so much she's even put her face to the delectable Advertisement And with Google searches for Hugos rising by over 350% in one weekend this summer, The sparkling blend of prosecco and elderflower is perfect for summer get-togethers, appealing to all you social spritzers! To mix your own, add ice to a wine glass, pour in 45ml 6 When life gives her lemons, Sabrina orders a Limoncello Spritz Credit: Getty Images, Villa Massa Advertisement Limoncello Spritz... Like Sabrina Carpenter You might think the singer favours an Espresso, but her fave summer tipple is this refreshing, lemony spritz that won't fail to give you zest for life and has seen Google searches soar by 50% this summer so far. Just like the drink, you're bubbly and sweeter than the average spritz fan - and no stranger to a party. Sounds like a bit of you? Get involved with Add ice to 30ml of limoncello, top with 90ml prosecco, 30ml soda water and 2 fresh lemon slices. Advertisement And for a showgirl twist a la Sabrina, dip the rim of your glass into a mix of freshly grated lemon zest and caster sugar. 6 Cara Delevingne's range of canned spritzes are a festival essential Credit: Getty Images, Della Vite Festival Spritz... Like Cara Delevingne If your summer diary is a blur of festivals, picnics and spontaneity, like Cara D, you need a RTD spritz. You like to keep your options open, you're a people person and a girl about town, and the Advertisement As Cara herself says: "They're made to be cracked open whenever and wherever. They're fun and bold... All you need is a bit of sunshine and some great company, and you can aperitivo anywhere." 6 If you're a low or no-alcohol lover like Florence Welch, this new launch is for you Credit: Getty Images, Fever-Tree Non-Alcoholic Spritz... Like Florence Welch You don't need to get boozy to unleash your main character energy, and, like the teetotal Florence + The Machine singer, you favour a barefoot, boho aesthetic. Advertisement The new Expertly blended to capture those Italian Riviera vibes, this is one top-notch tinny. Best wines from Asda to try this summer Clive Donaldson, Senior Manager for Wine Sourcing at Asda, has shared the bottles to add to your basket this summer. Exceptional by Asda Grillo , £7.02 From the west of Sicily this crisp white has lots of Mirabelle plum and citrus notes with hints of wildflowers and herbs. Pairs brilliantly with seafood and white meat dishes particularly those cooked with Mediterranean herbs. Screaming Devil Côtes de Provence 75cl, £12.97 Classic dry delicate French rosé with flavours of redcurrants and a brush of herbs. Great with summer salads or herby BBQ chicken. ASDA Extra Special Pinotage Rosé 75cl, £6.48 Intensely fruity rosé packed with pomegranate and blueberry flavours, from South Africa's own signature grape. Great with BBQ chicken or spicy pork belly. ASDA Extra Special Côtes de Provence Notre-Dame des Anges 75cl, £10.47 Fabulous full-bodied Provence rosé with lots of red cherry and wild strawberry fruit flavours, from the sub-region of Notre-Dame des Anges inland from St Tropez. Tuna salads and other Mediterranean dishes. ASDA Extra Special Sancerre 75cl, £16.63 Classic reserved Loire Sauvignon Blanc with gooseberry and elderflower flavours and a crisp mineral finish. Goats cheese salad or sea bass with fresh herbs. ASDA Extra Special Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Awatere Valley 75cl, £9.43 A more elegant style of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from the cooler Awatere Valley which gives intense lemongrass and grapefruit flavours. Great with Thai style dishes or asparagus quiche.
