What Is National Spritz Day?
National Spritz Day is all about honouring the drink that brings people together – Aperol Spritz. Whether you’re at your favourite local pub, having a cosy night in with friends, or soaking up the sun on a terrace, enjoy an Aperol Spritz your way on the 1st August.
Where to Celebrate National Spritz Day on 1st August
This National Spritz Day, Aperol is bringing the orange vibes across the UK with a series of vibrant events:
- The Ship, Wandsworth
- The Clubhouse, London Bridge City Pier
- Big Penny Social, Walthamstow
- Six By Nico, Canary Wharf
- OHSO Social, Brighton
- Duke Of Edinburgh, Brixton
- Sky Garden, Fenchurch Street
- Diecast, Manchester
- Baltic Market, Liverpool
- Holywell Beach Bar, Newquay
- Common Pizza, Clapham Common
- Seven Dials Market, Covent Garden
- London Bridge Rooftop, London Bridge
- 91 Brick Lane, Brick Lane
- Cold Town House, Edinburgh
- Vieni, Birmingham
- Bar Brasso, Battersea
- Riva Blu, Manchester
- Magic Garden, Nottingham
- The Anchor, Bankside
- Delictoria, Glasgow
- Racks Bar & Kitchen, Bristol
- The Varsity Club, Oxford
- Social by Matto, Edinburgh
- Freddys, Edinburgh
- Banyan, Leeds
- Elios, Edinburgh
- Nest, Bishopsgate
- Under The Oak, Cheshire
- Bruco, Manchester
- Domo, Leeds
- Core Bar, City of London
- 601 Queen’s Road, Wimbledon
- Gino D’Acampo, Manchester
- Pitcher & Piano, Newcastle upon Tyne
- Simmons Soho, London
- Twisted Sister, Clapham Junction
- The Landor, Clapham
- Bison Beach Bar, Brighton
- Comptoir Libinais, London
- BFI Riverfront, Waterloo Bridge
- The Nici, New Forest
- The Prince Arthur, London Fields
- Barons Pubs, London
- Netil 360, Hackney
- Electric Shuffle, London
- Flight Club, London
Wherever you are, there’s a spritz-worthy moment waiting. Cheers to the most iconic spritz serve! 🧡
A Little History: Where the Spritz Began
The story of the spritz begins in 19th-century northern Italy, where locals found Italian wines too strong for their taste and began diluting them with water. Fast forward to the 20th century, and the spritz evolved into something far more delicious.
Enter Aperol, the bright orange aperitivo created in 1919 by the Barbieri brothers in Padova. With its unique blend of bittersweet oranges, herbs, and roots, Aperol quickly became the heart of the spritz. By the 1950s, the Aperol Spritz had become a staple in Venetian bars.
Today, the Aperol Spritz is a global sensation – thanks to its recognisable orange hue and unique flavour.
How to Celebrate National Spritz Day on 1st August
There’s no wrong way to enjoy National Spritz Day, but here are a few ideas to make it extra special:
- Gather your crew: Whether it’s a rooftop hangout, a picnic in the park, or a casual evening at your favourite pub, Aperol Spritz is always best enjoyed with friends.
- Host a spritz soirée: Set the mood with a flavoursome combo of Italian classics and British picky bits, a playlist full of feel-good tunes, and a DIY Aperol Spritz station.
- Take it outside: Whether it’s a garden, balcony, pub, or in the park, it doesn’t matter as long as you’re in good company!