Rosemary Citrus Sparkling Cooler
A bright and aromatic sparkling cocktail featuring fresh citrus and rosemary, perfect for warm evenings. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup 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 135 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
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz sparkling water
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker, lightly bruise 1 fresh rosemary sprig to release oils, then add 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until frosty.
- Step 3: Double strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz sparkling water and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a fresh rosemary sprig upright in the glass and a thin lemon wheel on the rim.






