A Cherry Vodka Spritz offers a sweet and bubbly twist on classic cocktails. This simple recipe combines premium vodka, fresh cherry juice, and sparkling water for a refreshing drink. It only takes 3 minutes to make.

The bright red color makes it perfect for parties, summer gatherings, or any time you want a light and fruity cocktail. You can customize the sweetness by adjusting the amount of cherry juice or adding a splash of lime.

This drink works well with both fresh and bottled cherry juice. Add fresh cherries and lime wedges as garnish to make it look extra special.

Cherry Vodka Spritz Cocktail Recipe

This refreshing cocktail combines sweet cherry flavors with crisp vodka and sparkling wine for a light and fizzy drink perfect for warm days.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

2 oz premium vodka
1 oz cherry liqueur
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
3 oz prosecco or sparkling wine
Fresh cherries for garnish
Ice cubes

Instructions

Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Pour vodka, cherry liqueur, and lemon juice into the shaker.

Shake for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
Strain the mixture into a champagne flute or wine glass filled with ice.
Top with prosecco or sparkling wine.

Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
Garnish with fresh cherries.

Notes

Fresh cherries work best for garnish during summer months when in season. Store-bought maraschino cherries can be used as a substitute.

Keep ingredients chilled before mixing for the best results. Room temperature prosecco will lose its fizz faster.

The recipe makes one serving. Double or triple the ingredients to serve more guests, but mix each drink individually for the best taste.

This drink can be made less sweet by reducing the cherry liqueur to 1/2 oz or adding an extra splash of lemon juice.

Tasting Notes

This cherry vodka spritz starts sweet and ends with a crisp, bubbly finish. The natural cherry flavor blends smoothly with the vodka’s clean taste.

Fresh cherry notes dance with bright citrus hints from the sparkling water. The drink stays light and refreshing without being too sugary.

Primary flavors:

Sweet dark cherry
Clean vodka
Bright citrus
Light bubbles

The drink’s pink-red color looks beautiful in a tall glass. Its aroma brings fresh cherries and subtle vanilla notes to mind.

Each sip feels balanced between the fruit sweetness and the vodka’s warmth. The bubbles keep the texture lively and prevent the drink from becoming heavy.

Texture notes:

Body: Light and effervescent
Finish: Clean and refreshing
Carbonation: Medium bubbles

The cocktail tastes best when served very cold. Ice helps maintain the ideal temperature and keeps the bubbles active longer.

Substitutes

You can swap cherry vodka with regular vodka and cherry juice. Mix 1 oz vodka with 1 oz cherry juice to replace 2 oz of cherry vodka.

No cherry vodka or juice? Try these options:

Raspberry vodka + cranberry juice
Black cherry bourbon
Cherry brandy
Cherry liqueur

The club soda can be replaced with:

Want a non-alcoholic version? Mix cherry juice with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda. Add a splash of lime juice for extra zing.

For garnish alternatives, try:

Need a sugar-free option? Use diet soda or sugar-free sparkling water with sugar-free cherry syrup.

Cherry Vodka Spritz Cocktail Recipe