Holiday Spritz

Do you think the spritz is a drink for summer only? Well, here is a holiday cocktail based on sparkling wine from those creative geniuses at America’s Test Kitchen. A friend mentioned I should try this one and well, it is just about perfect as an easy sipper at a holiday party. It pairs well with all those rich, delicious holiday foods from appetizers to dessert. The combination of St. Germain, Aperol, and sweet vermouth with sparkling wine is uncommon, but it really works. Of course, I tweaked my version by substituting Lillet Blanc for the sweet vermouth and increasing the St. Germain by a small amount. The results are outstanding in my opinion. Make it and see for yourself… I think you will definitely agree!

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Holiday Spritz

Prep time: 5 mins

Total time: 5 mins

Serves: 1

Ingredients

6 oz sparkling wine (cava, prosecco, etc)
1 oz St. Germain
½ oz Lillet Blanc
½ oz Aperol
orange twist for garnish

Instructions

Add several ice cubes to a wine glass.
Add the St. Germain, Lillet Blanc, and Aperol to the glass.
Add the sparkling wine and gently stir to combine.
Twist the orange peel over top and drop into glass.

Notes

The America's Test Kitchen version of this cocktail uses sweet vermouth instead of Lillet Blanc and reduces the St. Germain to ¾ oz. Give either a try and see which you prefer!

Add several ice cubes to a wine glass. Add the St. Germain, Lillet Blanc, and Aperol to the glass. Add the sparkling wine and gently stir to combine. Twist the orange peel over top and drop into glass.