Description
Indulge in the refreshing and citrusy flavors of this Limoncello Spritz, a delightful Italian summer cocktail that is perfect for any warm day. Made with a blend of Limoncello, Prosecco, and a splash of lemon juice, this cocktail is both vibrant and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice cubes
- As needed
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce
Limoncello
- 2 ounces
Prosecco
- 3 ounces
Sparkling water
- 1 ounce
Lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- As needed
Instructions
- Fill a wine glass with ice cubes. Add as many ice cubes as desired to the glass.
- Add 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the glass. Ensure the lemon juice covers the ice.
- Pour in 2 ounces of Limoncello over the ice. Let the Limoncello drizzle over the ice cubes.
- Top off the glass with 3 ounces of Prosecco. Slowly pour the Prosecco into the glass.
- Finish by adding 1 ounce of sparkling water. Pour the sparkling water gently into the glass.
- Give the ingredients a gentle stir to combine. Use a stirrer to mix the liquids together.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and aroma. Add a slice of lemon and some mint leaves on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Limoncello Spritz! Sip and savor the vibrant flavors of this Italian cocktail.
Notes
- Chill the ingredients. For the best results, make sure all the ingredients are well chilled before assembling the cocktail. This helps maintain the refreshing and crisp nature of the drink.
- Use fresh ingredients. Opt for freshly squeezed lemon juice to maximize the citrus flavor of the cocktail. Fresh ingredients always yield the best results.
- Layering the ingredients wisely. When layering the ingredients in the glass, start with the heaviest and most flavorful liquids first, such as the Limoncello and lemon juice, followed by the lighter Prosecco and sparkling water. This helps create a visually appealing drink and ensures the flavors blend perfectly as you sip.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: Approximately 180 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 10g
- Sodium: Approximately 10mg
- Fat: Approximately 0g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 15g
- Fiber: Approximately 0g
- Protein: Approximately 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
