Sparkling Vermouth Cocktail with Citrus and Herb Notes

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A refreshing cocktail featuring aromatic vermouth and sparkling wine, brightened with a twist of citrus and a sprig of fresh herb. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together dry vermouth, sparkling wine, lemon peel 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 120 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Add 2 oz of dry vermouth and 1/2 cup of ice cubes into a mixing glass and stir gently for 20 seconds to chill.
  2. Step 2: Strain the vermouth into a chilled flute glass.
  3. Step 3: Slowly top with 3 oz of sparkling wine, pouring carefully to preserve bubbles.
  4. Step 4: Twist 1 strip of lemon peel over the glass to release oils, rim the glass with it, then drop it in.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 sprig of fresh thyme placed gently on top for an herbal aroma.

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