Aperitif Spritz Flavour
A classic summer flavour. Bitter orange zest and complex layered botanicals paired with a crisp lift of dry sparkling wine notes.
Get Ahead, Get On-Trend
As we look ahead to warmer days, the demand for sophisticated, sunshine ready flavours is already building. Our Orange Summer Aperitif flavouring captures the essence of the modern spritz: bitter orange zest, layered botanicals, and the crisp lift of dry sparkling wine. It’s vibrant, refreshing, and unmistakably premium. Exactly what brands need to craft next summer’s hero launches.
Whether you’re working in beverages, bakery, confectionery, dairy or beyond, this flavour delivers a versatile and on-trend solution that transforms simple products into seasonal favourites.
Drinks That Shine
Bring aperitif sophistication into RTD cocktails, adult soft drinks, or low and no-alcohol spritzes. The lively bittersweet notes pair beautifully with carbonation, making it ideal for canned spritzes, botanical sodas or sparkling water blends. Create a refreshing summer statement with minimal formulation complexity.
Frozen Delights
Capture the spirit of long summer evenings with an orange aperitif sorbet, gelato, or even ice lollies. The citrus and botanical balance enhances frozen formats, offering a premium twist and a refreshing palate cleansing finish.
Confections With Character
Stand out in the confectionery aisle with bittersweet orange gummies, pâte de fruits, or chocolate pairings. The complex herbal notes add intrigue, turning classic orange into something more adult, modern, and memorable.
Bakery & Desserts
From madeleines and cakes to panna cotta and cheesecake, this flavour brings a bright, aromatic lift. The subtle bitterness balances sweetness beautifully, making it ideal for limited edition summer bakery ranges.
Modern Ferments & Better for you formats
Add depth and sophistication to kombucha, iced teas, or functional beverages. The citrus-botanical profile integrates well with natural acids and fermented bases, offering a grownup alternative to traditional fruit flavours.
Get Ready For Summer Launches
With the spritz trend showing no sign of slowing, now is the time to develop products that tap into its aspirational, European summer energy. Start your 2026 NPD with our Orange Summer Aperitif flavour, designed to help you move quickly delivering consistency, bold impact, and flexibility across multiple categories.
If you’d like samples or formulation support our team is ready to help you bring next summer’s signature flavour to life.
Contact us at 01442 822 621 or email sales@stringer-flavour.com to discuss your requirements today.

