Description
Crisp white wine spritzer promises refreshing summer sips with sparkling sophistication. Chilled citrus notes and effervescent bubbles deliver elegant cocktail perfection for relaxed entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup club soda
Ice and Garnish:
- Ice cubes
- 1 thyme sprig
Syrup and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rosemary
- 3 teaspoons herb syrup
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Craft a fragrant infusion by simmering water, sugar, rosemary, and ginger in a saucepan over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves, creating a rich herbal syrup.
- Remove from heat and allow the syrup to steep for 10 minutes, enabling the rosemary and ginger to release their aromatic essences into the liquid.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding the herb and ginger solids, and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a wine glass, pour the chilled white wine and fresh lemon juice, creating a crisp base for the spritzer.
- Add the cooled herbal syrup to the wine mixture, gently stirring to combine the vibrant flavors.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the drink and provide a refreshing texture.
- Top the spritzer with sparkling soda water, allowing it to cascade and create a light, effervescent layer.
- Garnish with a delicate sprig of fresh thyme, adding a final aromatic touch and visual appeal to the cocktail.
Notes
- Craft your syrup ahead of time to let flavors deeply infuse, creating a more complex and aromatic base for the spritzer.
- Try different herb combinations like lavender or mint to personalize the drink’s unique taste profile.
- Use fresh, high-quality white wine for the best flavor balance, preferably a crisp and light variety like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
- For a lower-sugar version, substitute honey or stevia in the syrup and choose a dry white wine to reduce overall sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 87 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg