I’m a big fan of drinks that play with fresh fruit and herbs, so I thought I’d share a recipe for a Kiwi Mint Spritz Cocktail. This one mixes juicy kiwi, cool mint, bubbly soda, and a splash of your favorite spirit for a light, refreshing cocktail.

It’s honestly pretty easy to throw together, and it works for warm afternoons or small gatherings—basically, whenever you want something a little special but not too fussy.

When I first tried this at home, I was surprised by how well the flavors played together. The natural sweetness from the kiwi blends with the mint for a fresh taste that’s not too strong.

I think you’ll find this spritz simple to make and genuinely enjoyable to drink. Let’s get into it.

Kiwi Mint Spritz Cocktail Recipe

I make this refreshing drink with fresh kiwi, mint leaves, and sparkling wine. With just a few simple tools and ingredients, you can whip up a cool, fruity cocktail that works for parties or quiet evenings.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Muddler Mash kiwi and mint together
Shaker (optional) Mix ingredients
Fine Mesh Strainer Remove solids from juice

Jigger Measure liquids accurately
Tall Glass Serve the drink
Bar Spoon Stir the spritz

Ingredients

A Kiwi Mint Spritz uses just a handful of fresh stuff and some basic mixers. Here’s what I use:

2 ripe kiwis peeled and sliced
8-10 fresh mint leaves
0.5 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz simple syrup
3 oz sparkling wine Prosecco works well
1 oz club soda or sparkling water

Ice cubes

Instructions

First, toss the sliced kiwi and mint leaves in the bottom of your shaker or straight into the glass. Grab your muddler and press them together until the kiwi’s broken down and the mint smells super fragrant.
Add the lime juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice. If you’re using a shaker, shake everything for about 10 seconds, then strain it into a tall glass filled with ice.
If you’re mixing in the glass, just give it a good stir. Next, slowly pour in the sparkling wine and club soda.

Give it all a gentle stir with a bar spoon to keep those bubbles lively. For garnish, I usually add a mint sprig or a slice of kiwi—looks nice, smells nice.

Notes

Chilled sparkling wine and soda work best, honestly. It keeps the drink cool and fizzy longer, which is kind of the whole point.

If you want more mint flavor, just muddle those leaves a little extra. Sometimes I’ll swap lime juice for lemon if I’m craving something sharper.

Clear ice cubes make the drink look cleaner, but regular ice is fine too. If it’s too sweet, add more soda or dial back the syrup.

I always taste as I go and tweak the syrup or citrus until it’s just right. Fresh ingredients really do make the biggest difference in the final drink.

Tasting Notes

When I sip the Kiwi Mint Spritz, the first thing I notice is how bright and refreshing it is. The kiwi gives a gentle sweetness that doesn’t overpower anything.

The mint adds a cool, clean flavor that balances out the fruitiness. The bubbles from the soda water make the whole thing feel light, almost playful.

Each sip brings a gentle fizz that works well with the crispness of the ingredients. Here’s a quick breakdown:

The drink smells super fresh, with a hint of lime. I find the kiwi aroma lingers a bit after each sip—kind of nice, actually.

In the aftertaste, the mint hangs around on my tongue, then there’s a gentle fruit note. I don’t notice any bitterness, which makes it easy to finish the whole glass without thinking twice.

If you want to serve it up right, go for a chilled glass. The green from the kiwi and mint looks bright and inviting—honestly, it’s a good-looking drink.

Kiwi Mint Spritz Cocktail Recipe