Few things sooth your inner beast at requisite family and holiday gatherings. A cocktail sure helps, and we have a few in mind for Thanksgiving. We tossed in one Mocktail, but with enough caffeine to take the edge off even the worst political barbs.

Few things sooth your inner beast at requisite family and holiday gatherings. A cocktail sure helps, and we have a few in mind for Thanksgiving. We tossed in one Mocktail, but with enough caffeine to take the edge off even the worst political barbs.
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The classic Aperol spritz recipe on the back of the Aperol bottle calls for three parts Prosecco (or other sparkling wine), two parts Aperol, and a splash of soda. The concoction is fizzy and vibrantly orange in flavor, softly sweet and just a tiny bit bitter—perfect for sipping before dinner as an aperitivo. Earlier versions of the spritz used Select, which some tasters find more complex, or Campari, which is quite a bit more bitter and bracing. But you can spritz with whatever bittersweet liqueur you prefer—or even combine two of your favorites.
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