When the heat is relentless, this is the drink to cool you down. This Summer Spritz hits all the right notes: crisp, citrusy, floral, and beautifully balanced. Serve it as a cocktail or a mocktail — either way, it’s a no-fuss, no-regrets recipe you’ll want on repeat until September.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
No shaking, no blending, no waiting — just pour, garnish, and sip.
Why You'll Love This
✔ Light, refreshing, and not too sweet
✔ No special bar tools required
✔ Looks like a celebration in a glass
✔ Easy to turn into a mocktail
Ingredients
For the Cocktail
- 90 mL dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 30 mL elderflower liqueur (St-Germain)
- 30 mL freshly squeezed orange juice
- 60 mL sparkling water (plain or citrus-flavoured)
- ice
- orange slice and fresh thyme or mint, for garnish
For the Mocktail
- 90 mL white grape juice or non-alcoholic white wine
- 30 mL elderflower cordial or syrup
- 30 mL freshly squeezed orange juice
- 60 mL sparkling water (plain or citrus-flavoured)
- Ice
- orange slice and fresh thyme or mint, for garnish
Make it
1. Fill your glass with ice. A stemless wine glass is nice, but anything works.
2. Pour in the wine or grape juice, elderflower, and orange juice. Stir gently to combine.
3. Top with sparkling water. Pour slowly to keep it fizzy.
4. Garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of fresh thyme or mint. Optional, but this is your chance to make your creation look as good as it tastes!
Pro Tips
- Chill all ingredients ahead of time for maximum refreshment
- Swap thyme for mint if you want a brighter, more cooling profile
- Adjust the sweetness by adding a splash more juice or dial back the sparkling water
Serve it
This spritz loves good company: think bowls of salty snacks (chips, olives, almonds), fresh seafood, or a light summer salad. It’s casual, cheerful, and goes with just about anything you’re eating in the sunshine.