Aperol in NJ?

[Montclairite]

I understand that Aperol, an Italian aperitivo with low alcohol content, is now available in the US. Anyone know where it can be bought in the general Essex or Passaic county area?

Thanks

[tommy]

i believe campari makes it. it'd try www.campariusa.com. or, any local liquor store that carries campari should be able to get it through their distributor.

[menton1]

I believe Total Wine has always carried Aperol. Ahhh, reminds me of Venice, where it is used for the signature Venetian cocktail, a "Spritz". I believe it's made with Aperol, white wine, and a dash of OJ. Perhaps a dash of Campari as well...

[Curlz]

Definitely try Total in W. Orange, but if they don't have it, you can also check with The Wine Library in Springfield and/or Amanti Vino on Church Street in Montclair. Or Angelbeck's on Valley Rd near the intersection of Bellevue in Upper Montclair. Angelbeck's has pleasantly surprised me lately!

[Montclairite]

Thanks, all.

Curlz, I'll try Angelbeck's first, as it's just a few blocks from home. I've seen that s tore through various stages in it's life .Haven't tried Amato yet, I know they're good but I like a liquor store that's a bit more crowded with bottles.

As for the spritzer --- think it's made with Aperol and prosecco. And least that's what I'm aiming for.

[Curlz]

If you go to Angelbeck's, do yourself a favor and also grab a bottle of Mulderbosch Cab Sauv Rose from the fridge. $12.99, and it's GREAT summer drinking; I was thrilled to see that they carried it! :-)