Elderflower Rose Spritz Cocktail Recipe

I love making simple, refreshing drinks, and the Elderflower Rosé Spritz is one I tend to reach for when I want something just a little more special. This cocktail brings together crisp rosé, elderflower liqueur, and sparkling water for a light, floral drink that’s honestly easy to whip up at home.

It’s perfect for warm days or when friends swing by. Whenever I serve this spritz, someone ends up asking for the recipe because the flavors are unique but still totally approachable.

If you want a drink that feels fancy but doesn’t require a ton of effort, you might enjoy how effortless and enjoyable this cocktail is. It’s really one of those “why didn’t I make this sooner?” drinks.

Elderflower Rosé Spritz Cocktail Recipe

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This Elderflower Rosé Spritz just works for warm afternoons or small get-togethers. I like its balanced mix of floral notes, crisp bubbles, and a little hint of citrus.

John

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Serving Size 1

Equipment

• Wine glass or large stemmed glass: Needs to be big enough for ice and garnishes.
• Measuring jigger: For pouring the rosé, liqueur, and soda without guessing.
• Bar spoon: Lets you stir gently so the bubbles don’t disappear.
• Small knife: To slice up some lemon wheels or strawberries for garnish.
• Ice cube tray: Gotta have enough ice to keep it cold.

Ingredients

• 3 oz dry rosé wine
• 1 oz elderflower liqueur like St-Germain, but any works
• 2 oz club soda or sparkling water
• Ice cubes enough to fill the glass
• Lemon wheel or strawberry slices for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a big wine glass with ice cubes.
• Pour in 3 oz of dry rosé wine.
• Add 1 oz elderflower liqueur.
• Top with 2 oz of club soda or sparkling water.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon—don’t shake, just mix it up lightly.
• Garnish with a lemon wheel or a strawberry slice on the rim.

Notes

Dry rosé is my go-to because sweet rosé can make it a bit much. If I want it lighter, I just add extra soda. For a non-alcoholic version, I swap both the rosé and liqueur with pink lemonade and a splash of elderflower syrup.

Serve it right away for the best fizz and flavor. You can try mint leaves or edible flowers for a different look. If you’re using a different elderflower liqueur, give it a taste first—some are sweeter than others, so you might want to tweak the amount.

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Tasting Notes

When I take a sip of the Elderflower Rosé Spritz, the first thing I notice is its soft pink color and those gentle little bubbles. The whole thing just looks refreshing.

The scent is delicate, with floral notes from the elderflower and the sweet aroma of rosé. It’s subtle, but really pleasant.

On the first taste, I get the soft sweetness of elderflower. The rosé brings in a crisp, fruity flavor that keeps things balanced.

The spritz is super refreshing, with a touch of tartness from the rosé and a gentle herbal finish from the elderflower liqueur. The bubbles give it a lively, sparkling feel that’s hard to resist.

This cocktail isn’t too strong or too sweet, at least to my palate. It just feels balanced and easy to drink.

Each sip leaves a clean, fresh finish. The elderflower and rosé really blend nicely, making this spritz a good pick for lots of different occasions.

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Substitute

Sometimes I just don’t have elderflower liqueur or rosé wine sitting around. In those moments, I reach for simple substitutes to get something close to the original flavor—well, close enough for me.

Ingredients I use as substitutes:

• Elderflower liqueur: I usually swap this with elderflower syrup or cordial. If I’m feeling like skipping the booze, the non-alcoholic option is honestly just as good.
• Rosé wine: Sometimes I grab sparkling white wine, prosecco, or even a dry cider. It depends on what’s open in the fridge.
• Club soda: If I want it sweeter or just a touch bitter, I’ll go with lemon-lime soda or tonic water instead.

Equipment I use stays the same:

• Cocktail shaker (optional—let’s be real, sometimes I skip it)
• Wine glass or a highball glass, whichever’s clean
• Jigger or just a measuring cup if that’s what I can find

Instructions for using substitutes:

• I pour the substitute ingredients in the same order as the original recipe. No big surprises there.
• If I’m using syrup instead of liqueur, I cut back a little so it’s not overly sweet. Learned that the hard way.
• When I use prosecco or dry cider, I’ll taste and tweak the syrup or citrus until it feels balanced. Sometimes it takes a couple tries.

If I can’t find any elderflower anything, I’ll just mix a splash of white grape juice with a squeeze of lemon. It gives a nice floral hint and keeps the drink light—honestly, it works in a pinch.