Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz
A delicate, floral spritz featuring Lillet Rosé with refreshing cucumber and soda water for a light, summery drink. This french-inspired cocktails & beverages ready in about 6 minutes pairs Lillet Rosé, Prosecco, Soda water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Lillet Rosé
- 3 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz Soda water
- 3 thin slices Cucumber slices
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 cup of ice cubes into a large wine glass to chill.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz of Lillet Rosé and gently muddle 3 thin cucumber slices along with 4 fresh mint leaves inside the glass to release their aromas.
- Step 3: Pour 3 oz of chilled Prosecco slowly over the muddled ingredients.
- Step 4: Top off with 1 oz of soda water and stir gently for 10 seconds to marry the flavors without flattening the bubbles.
- Step 5: Garnish with an additional cucumber slice on the rim for visual appeal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep lillet rosé from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lillet Rosé and Cucumber Spritz?
French cocktails & beverages like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
