Prosecco Lime Spritz

Light, bright and effortlessly festive, this citrusy sparkler is summer in a glass. Dry sparkling wine delivers the bubbles, while a splash of vermouth and fresh lime juice bring just the right touch of tangy sophistication. Whether you’re relaxing at a backyard BBQ or raising a glass at an al fresco dinner party, this cocktail fits right in. The simple syrup—just sugar and water gently heated until dissolved—is easy to make ahead and keep in the fridge for whenever cocktail hour calls. You’ll have extra, so stir it into lemonade, iced tea or your next round.

Prosecco Lime Spritz

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 750 milliliter bottle dry vermouth chilled
• 1 750 milliliter bottle dry sparking white wine chilled - I used prosecco
• 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lime juice
• Ice for serving
• fresh mint leaves for garnish

Method

 

Simple Syrup

1. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from the heat and let the simple syrup cool. This recipe makes extra simple syrup. You'll need 3/4 cup of the syrup for this recipe, or to taste.

Prosecco Lime Spritz

1. In a large pitcher, combine the vermouth, white wine, fresh lime juice, and 3/4 cup of the simple syrup. Stir to combine and serve over ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.