Sicilian Spritz Recipes

ITALIAN SPRITZ

Steps:

• Fill a wine or lager glass with ice. Add the Aperol, prosecco and sparkling water and stir until well chilled. Garnish with a slice of orange and lime and serve immediately.

SICILIAN TOMATO PESTO

Steps:

• Heat a dry, medium skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and toast, stirring often, until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
• Combine the cooled almonds, tomatoes, basil, parsley, mint, red pepper flakes, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor. Pulse, adding a little bit of the oil at a time, until everything is finely chopped and emulsified. Add the Parmesan and pulse to incorporate. Season with salt to taste.
• Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with the toasted baguette slices. Any leftover pesto can be kept refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

SICILIAN MISTLETOE

Steps:

• Combine the vodka, Averna, and syrup in a drink dispenser of your choice. Pour individual servings into a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously until chilled. Strain into martini glasses and serve garnished with a cherry.

AMARO SPRITZ

Steps:

• Fill a wine glass with ice, then add the amaro. Top with sparkling wine and soda water. Add the lime wheel directly into the spritz and enjoy immediately.