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Venetian Twist Spritz

An Italian sparkling cocktail riff with prosecco swapped for dry cider, using Aperol and Lillet Blanc. Remix of original Spritz. Chill all liquids first. Citrus bitterness meets subtle sweetness with a trace of herbal Lillet. Garnish with a lemon twist and a pickled pepper to add depth and zip. Effervescence from soda water balancing bitter and sweet layers. Quick assemble, a few sensory checks. Avoid flat drinks, always pour cold. Olive swap: pickled pepper adds tang and crunch. Green olive substitute for briny hit but less oily. Keeps it vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg free.