Enjoy the season with this simple Suze Spritz recipe! Combine Suze, Prosecco, and soda water for a delightful spring drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 161
Ingredients
- 2 oz Suze
- 3 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz soda water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Wine Glass or Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your wine glass or highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add Suze: Pour 2 oz Suze over the ice.
- Add Prosecco: Measure and pour 3 oz Prosecco into the glass.
- Add Soda Water: Add 1 oz soda water to the mix.
- Stir Gently: Use a bar spoon to stir the ingredients gently.
- Garnish: Place a lemon slice or twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Suze: If you don't have Suze, you can use another gentian-based liqueur like Salers or Avèze.
- Prosecco: Champagne or any dry sparkling wine works well if you don't have Prosecco on hand.
- Soda Water: You can substitute tonic water for a slightly different taste. I sometimes use flavored sparkling water to add an extra layer of flavor.
Making a Pitcher of Suze Spritz:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of Suze, 24 oz of Prosecco, and 8 oz of soda water.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Suze, Prosecco, and soda water. Stir well.
- Serve: Immediately pour the mixture into individual ice-filled wine glasses or highball glasses, garnish with a lemon slice or twist, and serve.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Suze Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gentian-based aperitif; these are available and mimic the bitterness well.
- Prosecco Substitute: Opt for non-alcoholic sparkling wine or sparkling grape juice.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Ingredients: Ensure that your Prosecco is vegan-friendly; some brands may use animal products in processing.
What is a Suze Spritz?
A Suze Spritz is an aperitif cocktail made of Suze, Prosecco, and soda water. It’s easy to make because it requires only three ingredients and simple mixing steps. This drink offers a unique blend of bitter gentian flavors from the Suze combined with the effervescence of Prosecco and soda water, making it perfect for warm weather gatherings or casual sipping.
What is a Suze Spritz made of – The ingredients
To make a Suze Spritz, gather these ingredients:
- Suze: Adds a bitter, herbal flavor with gentian root as the primary ingredient.
- Prosecco: Provides bubbles and a light, fruity taste.
- Soda Water: Dilutes the drink slightly and adds extra bubbles for a refreshing finish.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink to the perfect temperature.
- Lemon Slice or Twist (optional): Enhances the aroma and adds a citrusy garnish.
