Spring means fresh, fruity, and fun when it comes to drinks! This easy spring spritzer cocktail checks all those boxes for a beverage that’s bubbly and the perfect combination of lemon and berry flavors. It’s a highly customizable drink perfect for entertaining and special occasions.
What is a Spring Spritzer?
A spring spritzer cocktail is a refreshing cocktail typically made with white wine or prosecco, mixed with sparkling water or soda, and infused with fresh seasonal fruits, juices, and herbs, making it perfect for warm weather.
It’s common to add other liquors such as vodka, gin, triple sec, Aperol, or elderflower liqueur for flavor as well. I use lemon and mixed berries as the prominent flavor notes for my spring spritzer!
Katie’s tip
If you’re just in the mood for lemon flavors, then you’ll definitely want to try my bubbly Vodka Lemonade Spritzer made with Ciroc Limonata, or my Lavender Spritzer, which adds floral notes!
You can change this drink up in a variety of ways to suit your tastes, with varying alcohols, juices, fruits, and mixers. Other great fruits and herbs include strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, grapefruit, lemon slices, lime slices, mint, basil, and cucumber.
This is just my version of a spring spritz, but you can use the basic concept to make one that’s perfect just for you!
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Ingredient List
- 2 ounces citron vodka
- ½ ounce Aperol
- 3 ounces mixed berry juice
- 2 ounces prosecco
- 1 ounce club soda
- Ice cubes
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- You can also use plain or another lemon or berry-flavored vodka, depending on preferences and availability
- The Aperol helps to cut sweetness and add a bitter element to it. You can reduce or omit it to taste. You may also substitute Campari or another similar aperitif
- Any mixed berry juice is fine. I have a blueberry, strawberry, cranberry, and blackberry blend, but you can use any kind you like for different flavor variations!
- The prosecco and club soda are of course both sparkling elements, but you can tweak your sweetness levels here. Add more prosecco for a more sweet version, or use more club soda for a less sweet version (or to dilute the drink and make it less strong)
Step By Step Instructions
- In a wine glass (or similar) combine the vodka, Aperol, and fruit juice, and mix to combine
- Fill the glass with ice (or frozen fruit, if preferred)
- Slowly pour in the club soda and prosecco to top
- Garnish with a lemon slice or twists of lemon peels if desired, and enjoy!
Pairing Suggestions
Light Appetizers
- Goat cheese crostini with honey: Tangy cheese balances the sweet berries and bright lemon
- Brie with fresh berries: Creamy, buttery cheese pairs naturally with the fruity notes
- Prosciutto-wrapped melon: Sweet and salty with a refreshing finish
- Marinated olives: Briny contrast keeps the pairing interesting
Seasonal Dishes
- Strawberry spinach salad: Berries echo the drink while greens keep it balanced
- Arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette: Peppery greens and citrus mirror the spritzer’s brightness
- Caprese salad: Light, fresh, and perfect alongside a bubbly cocktail
- Grilled chicken with herbs: Simple, savory flavors let the drink shine
Brunch Pairings
- Lemon scones: Bright citrus-on-citrus pairing that feels cohesive
- Berry muffins: Soft, sweet, and perfect with the fruity notes. Air Fryer Blueberry Muffins are a perfect pairing!
- Mini quiches: Savory bites balance the sweetness and bubbles. Try my Air Fryer Frozen Mini Quiche for a quick option!
- Yogurt parfaits: Creamy, tangy, and layered with fruit for a natural match
Desserts
- Lemon bars: Tart and bright, just like the cocktail
- Shortbread cookies: Buttery and simple, letting the flavors shine
- Berry tarts: Double down on the berry flavor in an elegant way
- Vanilla cupcakes: Light sweetness complements both lemon and berries
Occasion Vibes
Perfect for spring brunches, bridal showers, baby showers, and garden parties; anything light, floral, and full of sunshine energy!
More Spritz and Fizz Recipes
- Cherry Spritz Cocktail
Recipe FAQs
What Type of Wine Is Best for a Spring Spritzer?
A light and crisp sparkling white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or prosecco works best for a spring spritzer. These wines complement the fresh fruit and herb flavors.
However, you can really use any sparkling white or rose wine of choice, and choose a sweetness level based on personal preferences.
Can I Make a Non-Alcoholic Version of a Spring Spritzer?
Yes, you can make a non-alcoholic mocktail version by substituting the prosecco with sparkling water or a non-alcoholic wine. You can still use any type of fruit juices you’d like.
Simply omit the vodka and Aperol. You could add some lemonade or lemon juice as well to adjust sweetness and flavor.
Is a Spring Spritzer Cocktail Good for Brunch?
Yes, a spring spritzer cocktail is perfect for brunch due to its fruity and refreshing nature. It pairs well with a variety of brunch foods like salads, light appetizers, and seafood.
It’s also great for Easter, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day (use red juices), bridal showers, and other special occasions.
Tips For the Best Spring Spritzer
- This drink is fairly strong as written so feel free to reduce the amount of alcohol, or add more club soda as desired to dilute it further for your personal preferences
- You can absolutely adjust the sweetness as well. For more sweetness, add more fruit juice or prosecco, or an additional sweetener like simple syrup or honey to taste. For a less sweet spritzer, add more club soda or Aperol, or even some fresh lemon juice to add tartness
- If you have time, freeze some berries and use those in lieu of some or all of the ice for a cooling method that doesn’t dilute your drink
Serving and Presentation
- Due to the carbonated elements and ice, spritzer cocktails are best served fresh. However, you can mix the fruit juice, vodka, and Aperol together a day in advance and store in a pitcher in the refrigerator. Add ice, fresh fruit, and carbonated items just before serving
- A spritzer is usually served in a wine glass or similar large stemmed glass. However, you can use lowball rocks-style glasses, mason jars, or even a pint glass!
- Garnishes are optional, but fresh berries, lemon wheels or citrus twists, edible flowers, or even herbs like a sprig of fresh thyme, mint, or basil make excellent choices!
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Final Thoughts
This easy spring spritzer feels light and bubbly, but it’s also refreshing and bursting with berry and lemon flavors! It’s not complicated at all to make, taking just a few minutes to put together, so it’s great for entertaining.
You can serve a spritzer for Mother’s Day, Easter, Valentine’s Day, picnics, or a bridal shower, and it’s so simple you don’t have to stress at all.
In fact, you can swap up the ingredients for different fruit juices, alcohols, and more to create your own customized spritzer! There’s really no wrong way to enjoy this spring-inspired spritz.
Easy Spring Spritzer Cocktail
Equipment
- Wine glass (or similar)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces citron vodka
- ½ ounce Aperol
- 3 ounces mixed berry juice
- 2 ounces prosecco
- 1 ounce club soda
- ice cubes
Instructions
- In a wine glass (or similar) combine the vodka, Aperol, and fruit juice, and mix to combine2 ounces citron vodka, ½ ounce Aperol, 3 ounces mixed berry juice
- Fill the glass with ice (or frozen fruit, if preferred)ice cubes
- Top with the club soda and prosecco2 ounces prosecco, 1 ounce club soda
- Garnish with a lemon slice if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can also use plain or another lemon or berry-flavored vodka
- Aperol helps to cut sweetness and add a bitter element to it. You can reduce or omit it to taste. You may also substitute Campari or another similar aperitif
- Any mixed berry juice is fine. Pictured is a blueberry, strawberry, cranberry, and blackberry blend, but you can use any kind you like!
- The prosecco and club soda ratio is where to tweak sweetness levels best. Add more prosecco for a sweeter version, or use more club soda for a less sweet version
- This drink is on the stronger side as written so feel free to reduce the amount of alcohol, or add more club soda as desired to dilute it further for your personal preferences
- If you have time, freeze some berries and use those in lieu of some or all of the ice for a cooling method that doesn’t dilute your drink
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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