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<\/a><\/div>\n\nI\u2019ve been really inspired by all the fresh apples that are in season right now, and even at the small market in our town, we\u2019ve been getting a great selection.\u00a0 Honeycrisp (my favorite for snacking), Fuji, and those gorgeous Pink Pearl apples that have a green skin and bright pink flesh. Oh my, I\u2019ve been in heaven. \u00a0<\/span> \nI wanted to create a sparkly apple spritz in celebration of apple season, based on the King\u2019s Landing recipe in the new Death & Co Cocktail Codex book (which you should buy if you haven\u2019t already).\u00a0 I\u2019ve topped this apple-y beauty with the elevated Prosecco, Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore made from Glera grapes grown in Valdobbiadene, Italy;a region that now has its own DOCG classification.\u00a0 This specific Prosecco adds another layer of flavor to this cocktail, a bright, crisp, fruity flavor of apple and pear.\u00a0 I wanted to add a bit more spice, so there\u2019s a dash of star anise; as well as a bitter kick, to help balance out the sweetness.\u00a0 This beautiful number is sure to be on repeat throughout the holidays!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Enjoy!<\/span>
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\nApple-y Prosecco Spritz<\/u><\/b><\/span>
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1-1\/2 oz Sweet Vermouth Infused with Star Anise
1 oz Pear or Apple Brandy
\u00bc oz Fresh Lemon Juice
1 oz Campari
3-1\/2 oz Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore<\/a><\/span>
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\nBuild in a large glass over ice.\u00a0 Garnish with a lemon wheel and a few apple slices<\/span><\/p>\n