Sparkling Citrus Charm
A bright and bubbly cocktail that combines fresh citrus with sparkling wine for an uplifting sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together dry sparkling wine, fresh lemon juice, orange liqueur 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 150 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
- 4 oz dry sparkling wine
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- 1 piece orange twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz orange liqueur, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 10 seconds until well chilled. Do not strain.
- Step 3: Pour the mixture into a chilled flute glass.
- Step 4: Top with 4 oz dry sparkling wine gently to preserve bubbles.
- Step 5: Express the oils of an orange twist over the surface and rest it on the rim for garnish.






