An article in the New York Times discusses the growing popularity outside of Italy of Venice’s quintessential aperitivo the “spritz.”  The basic drink is a mix of white wine and sparkling mineral water topped with an aperitif such as Aperol or Campari.  In the Veneto one can find myriad versions, from refreshing to seriously strong.  In New York several bars have their own variations – ranging from the traditional to the fruity to the addition of egg whites…