Aperol
Aperol is the Italian name for the brand of Italian bittersweet apéritif liqueur.
Aperol refers to the specific brand of bittersweet liqueur. In an informal context, you might hear the phrase Solo Aperol, which means "just Aperol".
Did you know?
- The word Aperol is derived from aperitivo, which comes from the Latin aperire meaning 'to open'. This refers to the drink's purpose of opening the appetite before a meal.
- The tradition of the aperitivo involving Aperol has evolved into the apericena, a hybrid where the snacks are so substantial they replace the actual dinner.
- While Aperol is a brand, it is often used as a generic term for the Aperol Spritz cocktail. If you order an Aperol at a bar, the bartender will likely assume you want it mixed with prosecco and soda.
Examples in context
- Mi piacerebbe un aperitivo Aperol, per favoreMay I have an Aperol aperitif, please?
- Mi serve una bottiglia di Liquore AperolI need a bottle of Aperol liqueur
- Vorrei solo Aperol, grazieI would like just Aperol, thank you
- Vorrei un Aperol Spritz, per favore.I would like an Aperol Spritz, please.
- L'Aperol è perfetto per l'estate.Aperol is perfect for the summer.
- Hai comprato l'Aperol per la festa?Did you buy the Aperol for the party?
Example conversation
Francesco and Sofia are at a bar in the afternoon.
- FrancescoSofia, prendiamo un Aperol?Sofia, shall we have an Aperol?
- SofiaSì, è un'ottima idea!Yes, that is a great idea!
- FrancescoPrendo due bicchieri di Aperol.I'll have two glasses of Aperol.
- SofiaGrazie, Francesco!Thank you, Francesco!
