Invigorating Elderflower Lemon Spritz Cocktail
A light, bubbly, and refreshing cocktail combining the floral sweetness of elderflower cordial with fresh lemon juice and crisp prosecco, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (120 ml) Prosecco or sparkling wine
- 1.5 oz (45 ml) Elderflower cordial
- 0.75 oz (22 ml) Fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz (60 ml) Soda water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wheel or twist for garnish
- Fresh mint sprig (optional)
Instructions
- Chill your wine or large stemmed glass in the fridge or freezer for 10-15 minutes.
- Cut a lemon in half and juice about 0.75 oz (22 ml) of fresh lemon juice, removing any seeds.
- Fill the chilled glass about halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour 1.5 oz (45 ml) elderflower cordial over the ice.
- Add the fresh lemon juice to the glass.
- Gently pour 4 oz (120 ml) chilled prosecco down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles.
- Top with 2 oz (60 ml) soda water.
- Use a bar spoon to gently stir once or twice to combine without losing fizz.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist and a fresh mint sprig if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy fresh and cold.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Chill all ingredients and glassware to keep the spritz bubbly and refreshing. Pour prosecco slowly down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles. Adjust elderflower cordial amount to taste. Mint garnish is optional but adds a refreshing aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approxim
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 11
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 13.5
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