Sparkling Elderflower Champagne Spritz
A light and floral spritz combining bubbly champagne with fragrant elderflower liqueur and a splash of soda, perfect for celebratory sipping. This cocktails & beverages-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 4 minutes brings together dry champagne or sparkling wine, elderflower liqueur (e.g., St-Germain), club soda 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 130 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 champagne or sparkling wine
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur (e.g., St-Germain)
- 1 oz club soda
- 1 lemon twist
- to fill ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a large wine glass halfway with ice cubes to chill.
- Step 2: Pour 1 oz elderflower liqueur over the ice, followed by 3 oz dry champagne or sparkling wine.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz club soda gently to maintain bubbles.
- Step 4: Stir very lightly once with a bar spoon to combine without losing effervescence.
- Step 5: Express a long lemon twist over the glass to release oils, then rim the glass edge with it and drop it inside as garnish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sparkling Elderflower Champagne Spritz take to make?
Total time is about 4 minutes (4 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Sparkling Elderflower Champagne Spritz?
Refrigerate any leftover sparkling elderflower champagne spritz in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sparkling Elderflower Champagne 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 Sparkling Elderflower Champagne 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 Sparkling Elderflower Champagne Spritz?
Cocktails & Beverages cocktails & drinks 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.
