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Limoncello Spritz Cocktail Drink

Limoncello Spritz Recipe

Try our Limoncello Spritz recipe! Mix up Limoncello, Prosecco, and soda for a cool summer sip.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 262

Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz Limoncello
  • 4 oz Prosecco
  • 1 oz soda water
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slice or twist & mint sprig - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Wine Glass or Large Goblet
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Stirrer or Bar Spoon

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your wine glass or large goblet with ice cubes
  • Add Limoncello: Pour 2 oz Limoncello over the ice.
  • Add Prosecco: Pour approximately 4 oz Prosecco into the glass.
  • Add Soda: Introduce 1 oz soda water to the mix.
  • Stir Gently: With a bar spoon, combine the ingredients gently.
  • Garnish: Add a lemon slice or twist and a mint sprig to the glass for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

I've been in situations where I didn't have every ingredient on hand, and here's what I've learned:
  • Limoncello: No Limoncello? No problem. I've used a lemon-flavored syrup mixed with vodka to mimic the lemony kick.
  • Prosecco: If Prosecco is out of reach, sparkling white wine or Champagne does the trick. I've even tried it with a dry sparkling rosé, and the result was pleasantly surprising.
  • Soda Water: In a bind, I've replaced soda water with tonic water or even lemon-lime soda for an extra sweet touch.

Making a Pitcher of Limoncello Spritz:

  • Scale: Want to serve 8? Just multiply the ingredients by 8: 16 oz of limoncello, 32 oz of Prosecco, and 8 oz of soda water.
  • Mix: Blend the limoncello, Prosecco, and soda water in a sizable pitcher. Stir thoroughly.
  • Serve: Distribute the blend into ice-filled glasses, garnish with a lemon slice or twist, and serve without delay.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Limoncello Substitute: Go for a robust lemon syrup. The more natural and tangy, the better.
  • Prosecco Substitute: A non-alcoholic sparkling wine or a fizzy lemonade can step in for Prosecco.
  • Follow the original steps using these non-alcoholic alternatives, and indulge in a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

Good news! The standard cocktail is already vegan-friendly. Ensure the Prosecco or any sparkling wine you choose doesn't use animal-derived fining agents, like gelatin or egg whites. Look for vegan-certified labels to be extra sure.