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Elderflower Spritz
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Elderflower Spritz
Serve in a Collins glass
| 2 oz | Sauvignon blanc wine |
| 1 1⁄2 oz | Elderflower liqueur |
| 2 oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water |
Garnish: Lime slice
How to make:
POUR wine and then elderflower liqueur into an ice-filled glass. TOP with soda (or champagne).
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Sauvignon blanc wine - Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
A long, easy-drinking summer cooler.
Variant:
Hugo
Also try 60ml (2oz) brut sparkling wine and 45ml (1½oz) elderflower liqueur topped with soda.
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
Nutrition:
One serving of Elderflower Spritz contains 159 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.1 standard drinks
- 8.93% alc./vol. (8.93° proof)
- 14.7 grams of pure alcohol
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