Velvet Spritz

Fizzes & Flips (Egg/Cream Sours & Drinks) • September 09, 2026

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A photo of the Velvet Spritz cocktail containing Ketel One Vodka, Runny honey, Aperol Aperitivo, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Fee Brothers Fee Foam Egg White Alternative in a Flute.

Curiada Ingredients

Other Ingredients

2.00 spoon Runny honey
0.50 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Stir honey with vodka in base of shaker to dissolve
Add other ingredients to shaker
Dry shake without ice
Add ice to shaker
Shake again with ice
Fine strain into chilled flute glass
Garnish with lemon zest twist

Cocktail Description

The Velvet Spritz transforms the classic aperitivo into a silky, sophisticated sipper with a frothy crown that'll make you rethink everything you know about spritzes.

This elegant cocktail balances Aperol's bittersweet orange notes with smooth vodka, while honey adds a subtle sweetness that rounds out the sharp citrus from fresh lemon juice. The Fee Foam creates a luxurious, velvety texture without using actual egg whites, giving the drink a sophisticated mouthfeel and beautiful presentation in a tall flute. It's moderately easy to make, though you'll need to master the dry shake technique—shaking without ice first to build that foam, then shaking again with ice to chill. The result tastes like a refined Italian sunset with a creamy twist, bright and refreshing yet complex enough to keep you interested sip after sip. This makes an excellent pre-dinner drink for special occasions or weekend brunches when you want something that looks as good as it tastes. The bitter-citrus profile pairs beautifully with salty appetizers like prosciutto-wrapped melon, aged cheeses, or crispy arancini—anything that benefits from a refreshing counterpoint.