Peppermint Ginger Beer Spritz Cocktail Recipe

A cool drink with a bit of a kick just makes everything better, doesn’t it? That’s actually why I keep coming back to this Peppermint Ginger Beer Spritz.

It’s a blend of crisp peppermint and the bold, spicy fizz of ginger beer—refreshing, bright, kinda balanced. Simple to throw together, honestly, but it tastes like something you’d get at a fancy bar.

I really enjoy how the peppermint cools things down while the ginger beer wakes up your taste buds. Light enough for a lazy afternoon, yet special enough to share at a get-together.

You don’t need much time, weird gadgets, or hard-to-find stuff. Once you try it, you’ll see—festive drinks don’t have to be complicated.

Peppermint Ginger Beer Spritz Cocktail Recipe

I love this one because the ginger beer’s got that spicy kick, and the peppermint cools it off. When you add prosecco, you get those crisp bubbles, and a little fresh mint just smells so good.

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker – I like to mix the base flavors here before adding anything fizzy.
• Bar spoon – Handy for a gentle stir so you don’t kill the bubbles.
• Measuring jigger – Keeps the balance on point (and saves me from over-pouring).
• Champagne glass – Tall and elegant, plus it keeps the bubbles lively.
• Small strainer – Not always needed, but nice if you want to skip mint bits.
• Ice scoop or tongs – Just makes adding ice less messy and keeps things tidy.

I keep these tools nearby so I’m not scrambling mid-mix. Having the right glass really does make it feel fancier.

Ingredients

• 3 oz chilled ginger beer
• 2 oz chilled prosecco
• 1 oz peppermint syrup (store-bought or homemade)
• 2-3 fresh mint leaves
• 1 oz club soda (optional, if you want it lighter)
• Ice cubes
• Small sprig of mint for garnish

I go for a ginger beer that’s spicy but not syrupy sweet. Dry prosecco is my pick—it keeps things from getting too sugary. Fresh mint is essential for both taste and looks.

Instructions

• Fill your champagne glass about halfway with ice cubes.
• In the shaker, mix up the peppermint syrup and ginger beer. Give it a gentle stir with the bar spoon.
• Strain that into your glass over the ice.
• Pour in the prosecco, but go slow so the bubbles stick around.
• Add club soda if you’re after a lighter finish.
• Take your mint leaves, press them between your fingers to let out the oils, and drop them in.
• Top it all off with a little mint sprig for garnish.

I always pour the prosecco last—keeps the fizz nice and lively. And honestly, the mint on top just makes it smell so fresh when you take a sip.

Notes

Every ginger beer tastes a bit different. Some are really sweet, some are all about the spice. If your ginger beer’s on the sweet side, maybe cut back the peppermint syrup a bit.

No prosecco? Any dry sparkling wine does the trick. I’d skip the super sweet stuff though—it can drown out the peppermint.

Definitely serve this cold. Chilled prosecco and ginger beer keep the drink crisp without melting the ice too fast.

Sometimes I dial down the syrup and splash in extra soda water for a lighter version. The peppermint’s still there, just not as bold.

Tasting Notes

When I take that first sip, the bright kick of ginger hits me right away. It’s crisp, a little spicy—definitely wakes up your taste buds, but thankfully it’s not too sharp.

Then the peppermint sneaks in. There’s this cool, refreshing layer that kind of balances out the ginger’s warmth.

Honestly, I really like how the peppermint just hangs out on my tongue for a bit. It’s subtle, but it’s there.

The bubbles from the ginger beer keep things feeling light. Every sip has this gentle fizz that makes it all go down pretty easy.

I pick up a little sweetness, too. It’s just enough to take the edge off—doesn’t steal the show, but makes everything feel smoother.

The ginger and peppermint together? Somehow it’s both warming and cooling at once. Simple, clean, and honestly, really refreshing.