Gentian Bitter Spritz
An herbal aperitif where gentian root's deep bitterness meets sparkling wine and grapefruit for a refreshing, nuanced drink perfect for sunset sipping. This recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together Dry white wine, Prosecco, Gentian bitters for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 oz Dry white wine
- 2 oz Prosecco
- 2 dashes Gentian bitters
- 0.5 oz Fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 twist Grapefruit zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a wine glass, combine 3 oz dry white wine, 2 oz Prosecco, 2 dashes gentian bitters, and 0.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice. Stir gently with a bar spoon for 15 seconds to dissolve the bitters and integrate the flavors.
- Step 2: Add ice cubes until the glass is half full, then stir gently for 10 seconds to chill the mixture without diluting it excessively.
- Step 3: Garnish with a grapefruit zest twist, pressing it firmly against the rim to release its aromatic oils over the drink.
