St-Germain Spritz
The signature St-Germain cocktail and the drink that put elderflower liqueur on the map. A simple three-ingredient sparkling aperitif that is effortlessly elegant and endlessly refreshing.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 2 oz Dry sparkling wine (Prosecco or Cava)
- 2 oz Club soda
- lemon twist (garnish) garnish
- fresh mint sprig (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve alongside light French appetizers such as gougères or fresh goat cheese with herbs. The delicate elderflower makes it perfect for elegant afternoon affairs and spring entertaining.
Instructions
Fill a large wine glass with ice
Pour St-Germain over the ice
Add the dry sparkling wine
Top with club soda
Stir gently once or twice to combine without losing carbonation
Garnish with a lemon twist and a fresh mint sprig
Tips
Use a dry sparkling wine like brut Prosecco or Cava to balance the sweetness of the St-Germain Keep all ingredients well-chilled before building the drink for maximum effervescence This is an ideal batch cocktail — multiply the recipe and build in a pitcher for brunch or parties