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    Published: Dec 20, 2022 by Yvonne

    Hot Aperol

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    hot aperol in whisky glasses with orange and cinnamon garnish on background with snow.
    hot aperol in whisky glasses with orange and cinnamon garnish on background with snow.

    Love Aperol spritz? Then this spiced hot Aperol will be your go-to during the holiday season. Serve with an orange slice and cinnamon stick for the ultimate Christmas flavour.

    hot aperol in whisky glasses with orange and cinnamon garnish on background with snow.
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    Aperol spritz is a loved drink during Summer. It is flavourful, light, and perfect on hot days. But when the colder season rolls around, Aperol drinks are on hiatus, waiting until it gets warmer again. But I declare Aperol a winter drink too when turning it into a delicious hot cocktail.

    This wintry version of the beloved summer drink is super easy to make, does with just a few ingredients and comes with a heavenly spiced flavour. Need I say more? Head to the recipe and make this delicious holiday drink in no time.

    Searching for tasty cocktails to serve at Christmas, New Year's Eve and beyond? Try this pomegranate mimosa, blood orange vodka ginger fizz and lemon drop shot to wow your guests.

    hot aperol in whisky glasses with orange and cinnamon garnish on background with snow.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Christmas flavour in a glass
    • perfect for serving at holiday parties
    • quick recipe
    • can be made in advance

    Ingredient Notes

    This hot Aperol does with just a few ingredients. Here is what you need:

    ingredients for hot aperol on grey white background.
    • Aperol – The Italian aperitif comes with a bitter note which is a perfect addition to the sweet apple juice and honey.
    • White wine – Use a dry white wine like chardonnay, sauvignon blanc or Riesling and Grüner Veltliner, which are very common in Austria.
    • Apple juice – I used unsweetened clear apple juice in this recipe
    • Honey – I love the subtle flavour honey adds to the hot Aperol, but this recipe would also work with agave syrup.
    • Cinnamon – A cinnamon stick infuses the hot Aperol with the perfect amount of wintery spice.
    • Clove – Along with the cinnamon stick, the cloves add to the Christmas flavour and make for a comforting drink.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

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    1. Pour the Aperol, white wine, and apple juice into a medium-sized saucepan. Add the honey, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
    2. Warm up the mixture on the stove on medium heat. Make sure it does not start to boil. This would make the alcohol evaporate. Stir for about 2-3 minutes until the honey is dissolved and the mixture is hot.
    3. Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves and pour the hot Aperol into mugs and glasses. Garnish with an orange slice and cinnamon stick, and serve.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I substitute the Aperol in this recipe?

    You can use Campari instead of Aperol in this recipe. Be aware that it will taste more bitter because Campari has a bitterer taste than Aperol.

    Can I make this recipe in advance?

    Yes, you can make this hot Aperol in advance and warm it up when you are ready to serve it. Make sure the mixture does not start to boil. This would make the alcohol evaporate.

    How much alcohol does Aperol contain?

    The Italian aperitif has an alcohol percentage of 11%, making it a relatively low-alcohol liquor.

    📖 Recipe

    hot aperol in whisky glasses with orange and cinnamon garnish on background with snow.

    Hot Aperol

    Yvonne
    Love Aperol spritz? Then this spiced hot Aperol will be your go-to during the holiday season. Serve with an orange slice and cinnamon stick for the ultimate Christmas flavour.
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 7 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine International
    Servings 4
    Calories 160 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 100 ml Aperol
    • 300 ml white wine
    • 300 ml apple juice
    • 2 tablespoon honey
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 4 cloves

    Instructions
     

    • Pour the Aperol, white wine, and apple juice into a medium-sized saucepan. Add the honey, cinnamon stick,and cloves.
    • Warm up the mixture on thestove on medium heat, making sure it doesn’t start to bowl. This would make thealcohol evaporate. Stir for about 2-3 minutes until the honey is dissolved and the mixture is hot.
    • Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves and pour into mugs and glasses. Garnish with orange slices and a cinnamon stick if you like and serve.

    Notes

    • Instead of Aperol you can also use Campari in this recipe. Be aware that it will taste more bitter because Campari has a bitterer taste than Aperol.
    • You can make this hot Aperol in advance and warm it up when you are ready to serve it. Make sure the mixture does not start to boil. This would make the alcohol evaporate.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 160kcal
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    Nutritional values are estimates only calculated with the recipe calorie and nutrition calculator provided by verywellfit.com. The author of this website is not a nutritionist nor a doctor. All nutritional data provided in the recipes and correspondent blog posts are for informational purposes only. Do not use the information as nutritional or medical advice.

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