Summertime is the perfect season for enjoying light, fizzy cocktails that refresh and invigorate. While the Aperol spritz is a popular choice, there are plenty of other options to explore. One delicious alternative is the Gray Whale Gin spritz, which combines California’s Gray Whale Gin with white vermouth, elderflower liqueur, and Prosecco or Cava. This floral take on the classic spritz is perfect for those who enjoy a light and refreshing drink. To make this cocktail, you will need 1.5 parts Gray Whale Gin, 0.5 part Carpano Bianco, 0.5 part elderflower liqueur, 2 parts Prosecco or Cava, club soda, and a lemon twist. Simply add all the ingredients to a wine glass, top with ice, and garnish with a lemon twist for a delightful summer sip.
For a taste of summer in a glass, try the Belle de Brillet spritz. This French spirit is crafted from Williams pear eaux-de-vie, Cognac, water, and vanilla sugar, infused with fresh vanilla from Madagascar. When mixed with bright citrus and sparkling wine, it creates a truly elegant and refreshing cocktail. To make this drink, you will need 1.75 oz Belle de Brillet, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 3.5 oz grapefruit soda, and 1 oz Prosecco. Simply pour all the ingredients into a glass filled with ice, stir gently, and garnish with a slice of grapefruit for a sophisticated summer treat.
If you’re looking for a low-alcohol option with a distinct character, the Disaronno spritz is a fantastic choice. The unmistakable almond taste of Disaronno combined with fizzy bubbles and lemon juice creates a refreshing and thirst-quenching cocktail perfect for hot summer days. To make this drink, you will need 1.5 oz Disaronno Originale, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, club soda, and a lemon peel. Add the Disaronno Originale and lemon juice to a glass filled with ice, top with club soda, and garnish with a lemon peel for a simple yet delicious summer sip.
For a taste of luxury, try the Eau d’Or Liqueur spritz. This unique liqueur from Pegasus Distillerie features citrus fruits, cane sugar, and orange blossoms, crafted by master distillers of Versailles under Louis the XIV. To create this sumptuous cocktail, you will need 2 oz liqueur elixir Eau D’Or, 1/2 oz lemon juice, 2 oz ginger beer, and 2 oz Cremant de Bourgogne or Prosecco. Blend the Eau D’Or Liqueur with lemon juice, top with ginger beer and Cremant de Bourgogne or Prosecco, and garnish with an orange zest for a truly luxurious summer drink.
For a taste of artisanal elegance, try the Juliette Peach Liqueur spritz. Crafted in the Rhône Valley with French heirloom peaches, this liqueur is a true delight. To make this cocktail, you will need 0.5 oz Juliette Peach Liqueur, 1 oz Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro, 0.25 oz Ginger Syrup, 0.25 oz Cucumber Syrup, 0.5 oz Lemon Juice, and Champagne. Fill your glass with ice, add the Juliette Peach Liqueur, Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro, lemon juice, cucumber syrup, and ginger syrup, gently stir, and top with champagne for a sophisticated and flavorful summer drink.
For a taste of the tropics, try the Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur spritz. This natural, low ABV liqueur is made in the Dominican Republic from 100% fresh fruit and neutral cane spirit, with no artificial additives. The passion fruit flavor in this liquor is unbeatable and will transport you to a sunny island getaway. To make this cocktail, you will need 1 oz Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, 1.5 oz Candela Mamajuana Rum, 0.5 oz lime juice, 3 oz sparkling wine, and 1 oz club soda. Simply build the ingredients in a glass over ice, stir, and garnish with a lime wheel for a taste of the Caribbean in every sip.