Must Try Easy And Tasty Spring Blossom Spritz Recipe

Spring would choose to select just this one drink for the ultimate cocktail: the Spring Blossom Spritz. This light drink of flowers and bubbles brings out the taste of the season in sweet elderflower, bright citrus note, and dry sparkle: it feels almost entirely reminiscent of those gatherings everyone would have outside in their chairs.

This is an easy cocktail but classy enough for sipping at Easter brunches, garden parties, or just on the patio. It’s refreshing but light on flavor, good for pairing with lighter foods, and evokes that feeling of spring as well.

Why You Love Spring Blossom Spritz Recipe

– Light and Refreshing: As floral-sweet and zingy as citrus.

– Simple and Grass-elegant: Fewer ingredients make it easy to make which is the hallmark of any easy-drinking entertaining cocktail.

– Adaptable: Change sweetness and acidity levels to suit one’s taste.

– Gorgeous: It garnishes with added beauty, almost as beautiful as it is tasty!

Ingredients

– 2 oz St-Germain (elderflower liqueur)

– 3 oz prosecco or sparkling wine

– 1 oz soda water

– ½ oz fresh lemon juice

– Ice

– Lemon twist or edible flowers (for garnish)

Equipment List

– Wine glass or spritz glass

– Measuring jigger

– Stirring spoon

– Citrus juicer or reamer

– Ice cube tray (for fresh ice)

– Peeler or knife (for lemon twist)

Preparation Time

– Prep Time: 5 minutes

– Total Time: 5 minutes

– Servings: 1 cocktail

How To Make Step-by-Step Spring Blossom Spritz

Step 1: Prepare the Glass

Choose a wine glass or a classic spritz glass to serve your cocktail. Fill the glass to the top with fresh ice cubes. The ice helps keep the drink chilled and ensures a refreshing experience with every sip.

Step 2: Add the Elderflower Liqueur

Pour 2 oz of St-Germain elderflower liqueur over the ice. This liqueur brings a floral sweetness that sets the foundation for the drink’s delicate balance of flavors.

Step 3: Incorporate Fresh Citrus

Freshly squeeze ½ oz of lemon juice using a citrus juicer or reamer. Strain the juice to remove pulp or seeds, then pour it into the glass. The lemon juice enhances the floral flavors and adds a crisp, tart contrast.

Step 4: Pour the Bubbles

Slowly pour 3 oz of prosecco or sparkling wine over the liqueur and lemon juice. This will create a light, effervescent body with a sophisticated touch. To maintain the bubbles, pour gently down the side of the glass.

Step 5: Add a Splash of Soda

Top off the drink with 1 oz of soda water to lighten the texture and add a refreshing fizz. Adjust the amount according to your preference for a stronger or lighter cocktail.

Step 6: Gently Stir

Using a long spoon, stir gently to blend the ingredients without losing carbonation. Be careful not to over-stir, as this can cause the bubbles to dissipate too quickly.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

For a stunning final touch, garnish the drink with a lemon twist or edible flowers. The twist adds an extra hint of citrus aroma, while edible flowers enhance the springtime aesthetic.

Step 8: Enjoy!

Your Spring Blossom Spritz is now ready to be enjoyed. Serve immediately while the bubbles are fresh for the best drinking experience.

Additional Tips

– Chill Your Glass: For an extra refreshing experience, place your glass in the freezer for a few minutes before preparing the cocktail.

– Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a slightly sweeter drink, add a teaspoon of simple syrup or increase the elderflower liqueur slightly.

– Make It a Mocktail: Swap the prosecco for non-alcoholic sparkling grape juice and use elderflower syrup instead of liqueur for a delicious alcohol-free version.

– Experiment with Garnishes: Try fresh mint leaves, lavender sprigs, or thin cucumber slices for a unique twist.

– Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for a high-quality prosecco or sparkling wine for the best flavor and experience.

Suggestions for Serving 

The Spring Blossom Spritz is ideally very much chilled and served within a glass so as to hold on to its refreshing, bubbly character. Nice accompaniments include snacks or light hors d’oeuvres such as some fresh fruits, charcuteries, or small pastries.

The elegant, refreshing nature would then qualify as an all-natural cocktail for brunch or even picnic use or perhaps a little ‘pre-dinner spritz’ show to impress. 

If I could put it in words, this cocktail would sing high praises of Spring! An elegant affair with fresh poise and floral notes at every sip befitting the occasion of the renewal with a Spring Blossom Spritz!