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Refreshing Fresh Nectarine Aperol Spritz Recipe with Thyme

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A bright and refreshing summer cocktail combining fresh nectarine, Aperol, prosecco, and thyme for a subtly bittersweet and aromatic spritz that’s easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large fresh nectarine, pitted and sliced (ripe but firm)
  • 3 ounces Aperol
  • 3 ounces chilled prosecco
  • 1 ounce chilled soda water
  • 1 small sprig fresh thyme per glass, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Ice cubes, plenty

Instructions

  1. Wash the nectarine and thyme sprigs. Slice the nectarine into thin wedges, removing the pit. Pick a few thyme leaves off the sprig to muddle with the nectarine, and save a small sprig for garnish.
  2. In a mixing glass, place the nectarine slices and thyme leaves. Using a muddler, gently press down just enough to release the juices and aroma—avoid over-muddling to prevent bitterness.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 3 ounces of Aperol to the muddled mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Fill the glass about halfway with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
  5. Slowly add 3 ounces of chilled prosecco, then top with 1 ounce of chilled soda water. Stir gently to mix without losing the bubbles.
  6. Slap the thyme sprig between your palms to release its oils, then tuck it into the glass. Add a nectarine slice on the rim or inside the glass for garnish. Serve immediately.

Notes

Muddle gently to avoid bitterness from thyme stems and nectarine seeds. Use ripe but firm nectarines for best texture. Chill glass and ingredients ahead to keep the spritz crisp. Pour prosecco slowly to preserve bubbles. For less bitterness, add a splash of simple syrup or honey water. Substitute frozen nectarines by thawing and draining excess juice. Thyme can be swapped with basil or mint in small amounts.

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Keywords: nectarine Aperol spritz, thyme cocktail, summer cocktail, refreshing spritz, easy Aperol recipe, fresh fruit cocktail

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