Description
Germain spritz weaves French elegance with refreshing botanical notes, creating a sophisticated cocktail that whispers summer sophistication. Light elderflower liqueur and crisp sparkling wine dance together, inviting you to savor each elegant sip of this chic Parisian-inspired drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 3 ounces (90 milliliters) sparkling wine (Prosecco or Champagne)
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) soda water
Garnish:
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or fresh mint
Instructions
- Chill a spacious wine glass or tumbler by loading it generously with crisp ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for this elegant cocktail.
- Cascade the sophisticated St-Germain elderflower liqueur over the ice, allowing its delicate floral essence to settle smoothly.
- Gently cascade the sparkling wine into the glass, creating a luminous base that promises effervescent delight.
- Follow with a splash of soda water, introducing a light, refreshing touch that elevates the drink’s complexity.
- Using a long cocktail spoon, softly integrate the liquids with a subtle circular motion, ensuring the flavors meld harmoniously without disrupting the drink’s natural carbonation.
- Artfully garnish the rim with a spiraled lemon twist or delicate fresh mint leaves, adding an aromatic and visual flourish that complements the drink’s botanical profile.
- Present immediately while the cocktail retains its pristine chill and vibrant bubble, inviting an immediate sensory experience of this refined beverage.
Notes
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the cocktail extra cold and refreshing.
- Use high-quality sparkling wine like Prosecco or Champagne for a more elegant flavor profile.
- Adjust the ratios of St-Germain, sparkling wine, and soda water to suit personal taste preferences.
- For a lower-alcohol version, increase soda water and decrease liqueur proportions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg