No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Elderflower Spritz
Measurements in:
Serves:
| 2 fl oz | Sauvignon Blanc wine |
| 1 1/2 fl oz | Elderflower liqueur |
| 2 fl oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water |
How to make
Glassware
Serve in a Collins glass
Prepare
- Select and pre-chill a COLLINS GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of lime slice wheel.
Method
- POUR wine and then elderflower liqueur into an ice-filled glass.
- TOP with soda.
Garnish
- Garnish with lime wheel.
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition:
One serving of Elderflower Spritz contains 160 calories
Alcohol content:
- 0.9 standard drinks
- 9.26% alc./vol. (18.51° proof)
- 13.3 grams of pure alcohol
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Sauvignon Blanc wine — Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
History
Created in 2006 by yours truly ahead of the launch of St-Germain elderflower liqueur. It went on to become the brand's signature cocktail.
See: Spritz cocktail history
Review
A long, easy-drinking summer cooler.
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Hugo
Also try 60ml (2oz) brut sparkling wine and 45ml (1½oz) elderflower liqueur topped with soda.
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