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Lemon Verbena Spritz Cocktail Recipe

Lemon Verbena Spritz Cocktail

Lemon Verbena Spritz Cocktail is a refreshing and bubbly drink that captures the essence of summer in every sip. This delightful cocktail features a harmonious blend of zesty lemon verbena syrup and fresh lemon juice, topped with crisp Prosecco and a splash of soda water for an exhilarating effervescence. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, enjoying a garden party, or simply relaxing on your patio, this cocktail is easy to prepare and elegant enough to impress your guests. Garnished with fresh lemon verbena leaves and a slice of lemon, it not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning. Perfectly balanced and customizable, the Lemon Verbena Spritz invites creativity—experiment with different sweeteners or sparkling wines to make it uniquely yours.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 oz Lemon Verbena Syrup
  • ½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3 oz Dry Prosecco
  • 1 oz Soda Water
  • Fresh Lemon Verbena Leaves (3 to 4)
  • Ice Cubes (as needed)
  • Lemon Slice (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. If not using prepared syrup, create lemon verbena syrup by simmering equal parts water and sugar with fresh lemon verbena leaves until dissolved. Cool and strain.
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add lemon verbena syrup and fresh lemon juice, along with torn lemon verbena leaves.
  3. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice cubes.
  5. Gently pour in dry Prosecco and add a splash of soda water.
  6. Stir gently with a long spoon and garnish with a slice of lemon and fresh lemon verbena leaves.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Cocktail

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail (180ml)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill your glassware ahead of time to enhance the drinking experience. Feel free to adjust sweetness by modifying the syrup amount or experimenting with different sparkling wines.