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Dirty Spritz Recipe with Citrus Aperitivo and Olive Brine Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Description

The Dirty Spritz is a refreshing and slightly savory cocktail that combines a citrus aperitivo with tonic water, lemon juice, and a touch of olive brine. Perfectly garnished with olives and a thyme sprig, this drink offers a delightful balance of bright, bitter, and salty flavors making it an ideal aperitif for warm weather or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale

Drink Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Citrus Aperitivo
  • 3 oz tonic water
  • 0.5 oz lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz olive brine

Garnish

  • Olives
  • Thyme sprig


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the citrus aperitivo, tonic water, lemon juice, and olive brine into a collins glass.
  2. Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice to chill the ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Stir: Stir the mixture gently twice to combine all the flavors without over-diluting the drink.
  4. Garnish: Decorate the cocktail with olives and a sprig of thyme for an aromatic and flavorful touch.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the olive brine to taste depending on your preference for saltiness.
  • For a slightly different profile, try different citrus aperitivos like Aperol or Campari.
  • If you like your drinks colder, chill your glass beforehand.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 8 oz)
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 140 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg