Blood Orange Aperol Gin Fizz

There’s something about a sparkling cocktail that instantly makes any occasion feel a little more festive. This Blood Orange Aperol Gin Fizz is bright, citrusy, bubbly, and incredibly easy to make, making it a perfect addition to summer gatherings, brunches, happy hour, or a quiet evening on the patio.

The combination of botanical gin, bittersweet Aperol, and fresh lemon juice creates a beautifully balanced base, while a touch of simple syrup rounds everything out. A pinch of salt may seem like a small addition, but it helps bring all those bright citrus flavors together. The finishing touch is blood orange sparkling water, which adds effervescence and a gorgeous hint of blood orange flavor without making the cocktail overly sweet.

We love this drink because it feels special without requiring a long list of ingredients or complicated bartending techniques. Just shake, pour over ice, top with sparkling water, and stir. Add a slice of lemon or blood orange for an easy finishing touch.

If you’re looking for an easy summer gin cocktail, a refreshing Aperol cocktail, or a colorful drink to serve at your next gathering, this Blood Orange Aperol Gin Fizz is one to keep in your recipe rotation.

Serves: 1 | Prep Time: 5 minutes

Blood Orange Aperol Gin Fizz Ingredients

• 1½ oz gin

• ¾ oz Aperol

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

• Pinch of salt

• Ice

• 2–3 oz blood orange sparkling water

• Lemon or blood orange slice, for garnish

Blood Orange Aperol Gin Fizz Instructions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Add the gin, Aperol, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a small pinch of salt.

3. Shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until well chilled.

4. Fill a rocks or highball glass with fresh ice and strain the cocktail over the ice.

5. Top with blood orange sparkling water and gently stir to combine.

6. Garnish with a lemon or blood orange slice and serve immediately.

Tip: For a slightly less sweet cocktail, reduce the simple syrup to ¼ ounce. For more citrus flavor, add a small squeeze of blood orange juice along with the lemon juice.