Fun facts about Aperol
If there’s one drink that’s a perfect fit for King’s Day, it’s obviously Aperol Spritz. Makes sense, because: orange. Now, I have to say that I don’t exactly think Aperol neat is drinkable, but I won’t turn down a Spritz. Especially not today. Cheers!
It’s high time we took a closer look at this drink — bet you didn’t know these facts yet?
1. The name Aperol comes from the French word ‘aperitif’
2. Aperol is stronger in Germany than in other countries
In Germany, Aperol contains fifteen percent alcohol (whereas here, for example, it’s eleven). This is because of their Einwegpfandwet: for all drinks containing less than fifteen percent alcohol, 25 cents must be added per item sold as an extra tax.
3. Campari and Aperol are owned by the same company
The Campari Group bought Aperol in 2003.
4. Aperol comes from Padua, Italy
That’s where street vendors used to drink it, back when it was still a medicinal amari served as an aperitivo.
5. It was invented by two brothers
Luigi and Silvio Barbieri took over their father’s company in 1912 and wanted to do something different. So instead of creating another strong spirit, they came up with a low-alcohol aperitif: Aperol.
6. It then took seven years to perfect the recipe
The first bottle of Aperol wasn’t sold until 1919 — and the recipe hasn’t changed since.
