Description
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Limoncello Spritz cocktail combining fresh strawberries, zesty lemon, sweet Limoncello, bubbly Prosecco, and a splash of soda water. Perfect for a quick, invigorating drink that balances fruity sweetness with citrusy zest and effervescent sparkle.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Garnishes
- 2 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 lemon slice
- Strawberry slice and lemon wheel, for garnish
- Fresh basil or mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Liquids
- 2 oz (60 ml) Limoncello
- 3 oz (90 ml) Prosecco
- 1 oz (30 ml) soda water
Sweets and Others
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Muddle the Fruit: In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh strawberries, lemon slice, and granulated sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to mash them together until the strawberries and lemon slices break down and the sugar dissolves, releasing fresh juices and flavors.
- Add Limoncello and Shake: Pour 2 oz of Limoncello into the shaker with the muddled fruit mixture. Secure the shaker lid and shake well to thoroughly combine the ingredients and chill the mix.
- Strain Over Ice: Place ice cubes in a serving glass. Strain the fruit and Limoncello mixture from the shaker over the ice to remove pulp and seeds, ensuring a smooth cocktail base.
- Add Prosecco and Soda Water: Slowly pour 3 oz of Prosecco over the strained mixture in the glass, followed by 1 oz of soda water. Stir gently to blend the sparkling components without losing carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Decorate the cocktail with a strawberry slice or lemon wheel on the rim and optionally add fresh basil or mint leaves for a fragrant finish. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing spritz!
Notes
- For a sweeter drink, adjust sugar quantity to taste or use simple syrup.
- Use chilled Prosecco and soda water to keep the cocktail refreshingly cold.
- Fresh basil or mint leaves enhance aroma but can be omitted if not available.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Limoncello and Prosecco with lemon soda or sparkling water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Strawberry Limoncello Spritz, Limoncello cocktail, Italian spritz, refreshing summer drink, Prosecco cocktail
