This Lemonade Spritzer is a refreshing and bubbly recipe, which is made with dry white wine and sparkling lemonade. It’s the perfect summer cocktail, ready in about 2 minutes.
Lemonade Spritzer Ingredients
- 2 cups chilled dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
- Ice
- 1 ½ cups chilled sparkling lemonade
- Lemon wedges
How To Make a Lemonade Spritzer
- Fill the glasses: Fill four large wine glasses with ice.
- Combine and serve: Divide the chilled white wine among the four glasses. Top each glass with the chilled sparkling lemonade. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- What’s the best white wine for a spritzer? A crisp, dry, and unoaked white wine is best. The recipe’s suggestion of Sauvignon Blanc is perfect. Other great options include Pinot Grigio, a dry Riesling, or a Vinho Verde.
- Can I make this non-alcoholic? Yes, absolutely. For a delicious and refreshing mocktail, simply substitute the white wine with an equal amount of chilled sparkling water or club soda.
- Can I make a big batch for a party? This is a perfect pitcher drink. In a large pitcher, combine one full bottle (750ml) of chilled white wine and about 3-4 cups of chilled sparkling lemonade. Add plenty of lemon slices. Pour into ice-filled glasses when ready to serve.
- What is sparkling lemonade? Sparkling lemonade is simply lemonade that has been carbonated. You can find it in most grocery stores, often in the same aisle as other sparkling juices and sodas.
What To Serve With a Lemonade Spritzer
This is a classic aperitif cocktail that pairs wonderfully with light, summery snacks.
- A bowl of mixed olives and salted almonds
- A simple cheese board with goat cheese and crackers
- Bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and basil
- Light appetizers like shrimp cocktail or a fresh fruit platter
How To Store a Lemonade Spritzer
- This is a single-serving cocktail that is best made fresh and enjoyed immediately while it is cold and bubbly. It does not store well as it will lose its carbonation.
Lemonade Spritzer Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 spritzer
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 0g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
It has a lovely balance of sweet and tart. The sweetness level will depend on the sparkling lemonade you use. For a less sweet version, you can use a more tart lemonade or top it with half lemonade and half plain seltzer water.
Yes. While a lemon wedge is classic, a sprig of fresh mint or a few fresh raspberries or blueberries dropped into the glass would also be beautiful and delicious.
You can, but you will lose the “spritz” or fizziness. If you only have regular lemonade, you can create a similar drink by mixing equal parts white wine, regular lemonade, and chilled club soda or seltzer.
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Description
A simple, refreshing, and sophisticated bubbly cocktail that’s perfect for any warm-weather occasion.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill four wine glasses with ice.
- Divide the chilled white wine among the glasses.
- Top with the chilled sparkling lemonade.
- Stir gently once to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a crisp, dry white wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
- Don’t be afraid to be generous with the ice to keep the drink perfectly chilled.
- This is a “principal recipe” that can be easily adapted with different citrus-flavored sparkling waters or even a splash of elderflower liqueur.
- The beauty of this cocktail is in its simplicity, so use the best, freshest ingredients you can find.