Celebrate National Spritz Day With These Five Delicious Alternatives To Classic Aperol And Campari

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If you’re anything like me, the mark of summer arriving is that first urge to run to the pub and order an Aperol or Campari spritz.

Obviously, I’m not alone: the demand for aperitif has surged over the past year, so much so that Aperols account for 13.6% of all cocktails served in the UK.

It’s true: Aperols have dominated the spritz world for a while. And it makes complete sense, the sparkly drinks are a perfect blend of sweet and bitter.

But sometimes, you want something a little different. It just so happens to be National Spritz Day today, and if you’re wondering what to drink, here are five of the best alternatives to Aperol or Campari to celebrate this sunny weekend.

If you’re thinking: fuck that, I want my Aperol, we get it! To help you get your fix (drink responsibly, folks) we’ve rounded up the best spots to get cheap (or free) Aperols this summer.

Best spots for cheap and free Aperol and Campari spritz this summer

London:

£5 Campari Spritzes throughout August at Bar Brasso
First 25 Spritz free plus 2 for £16 on all Spritzes all weekend of 1st August
Daily 2-for-1 Campari Spritzes at Lina Stores Broadgate Circle
A complimentary small plate with every Campari Spritz at Bar Termini
Campari terrace at Kimpton Fitzroy Terrace running until the end of September

Bristol:

Racks Bar & Kitchen (Bar & Restaurant) – 2 for £14 Aperol SpritzesRacks
Bar & Kitchen (Bar & Restaurant) – 2 for £14 Aperol Spritzes
Holywell Beach Bar (Beach Bar) – 2 for £15 Spritz

Nottingham:

Magic Garden (Bar & Garden) – £6.50 Aperol Spritz (other than Saturdays)

Nationwide:

The Alchemist (Bar & Restaurant) – Brunch Menu & Happy Hour (2 for £10 Spritzes)
Comptoir Libanais – First 50 Aperol Spritzes free on arrival
Electric Shuffle – £7 Spritzes & reduced Spritz
Flight Club – £7 Spritzes & reduced Spritz