Aperol
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| Type | aperitif |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Campari Group |
| Country of origin | Padua, Italy |
| Introduced | 1919 |
| Alcohol by volume | 11% |
| Color | Orange Yellow E110, Red E124 |
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Aperol is an Italian apéritif made of gentian, rhubarb, and cinchona, among other ingredients.
History
Aperol was originally produced by the Barbieri company, based in Padua, but is now produced by the Campari company. While Aperol was originally created in 1919, it did not become successful until after World War II.[1] Although it tastes and smells much like Campari, Aperol has an alcohol content of 11%—less than half that of Campari. Aperol and Campari have the same sugar content,[2] and Aperol is less bitter in taste. Campari is also much darker in color.
Aperol to be sold in Germany has an alcohol content of 15% to avoid German container deposit legislation regulations.
The Spritz, an aperitif cocktail, is often made using Aperol. The result is known as the Aperol Spritz.
Sponsorship
As of April 2010, Aperol is the official sponsor of Moto GP, the Grand Prix of Motorcycle racing.[3]
Aperol announced a partnership with Manchester United to become the club’s Official Global Spirits Partner from January 2014 until the end of the 2016/2017 season.