Looking for a refreshing drink to impress your guests? The Plum and Thyme Fizz is a perfect blend of sweet plum, aromatic thyme, and bubbly soda that creates a stunning purple cocktail everyone will love.
This easy-to-make cocktail requires just five ingredients and can be prepared in under ten minutes.
The combination of ripe plums with the herbal notes of fresh thyme creates a unique flavor profile that works well for both summer gatherings and fall festivities.
The drink can be made with or without alcohol, so it’s a pretty versatile option for all your guests.
Plum And Thyme Fizz Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Champagne flute or coupe glass
- Bar spoon
- Small knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- For one cocktail:
- 2 fresh plum slices about ¼ of a ripe plum
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme plus extra for garnish
- 1½ oz vodka or gin
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 2 oz prosecco or champagne
- Ice cubes
- For the best results use ripe but firm plums with a deep purple or red color.
Instructions
- Place plum slices and 2 thyme sprigs in a cocktail shaker and muddle gently to release the flavors without completely crushing the fruit.
- Add the vodka or gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Double-strain the mixture into a chilled champagne flute or coupe glass to remove any fruit pulp or thyme leaves.
- Top with prosecco or champagne, stirring gently with a bar spoon to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh thyme sprig and a thin slice of plum on the rim of the glass.
- The cocktail should have a beautiful pink-purple hue from the plums.
- Serve immediately while the drink is cold and the bubbles are fresh.
Notes
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Tasting Notes
The Plum and Thyme Fizz offers a balanced flavor profile with both sweet and savory elements.
The plum provides a fruity sweetness that really grounds the cocktail.
When you take your first sip, the plum flavor hits immediately, followed by the herbal notes from the thyme.
These two main flavors complement each other well—honestly, it’s a little surprising how nicely they work together.
The carbonation adds a refreshing quality that makes this cocktail great for warm weather.
The bubbles help distribute the flavors across your palate, so every sip feels lively.
Flavor Components:
- Primary: Sweet plum with earthy thyme
- Secondary: Slight citrus notes
- Finish: Clean, effervescent, with lingering herbal hints
The drink’s color is a beautiful purple-red, almost too pretty to drink—almost.
Temperature affects this cocktail considerably.
When properly chilled, the thyme notes become more pronounced and the sweetness of the plum is less intense.
For those who prefer less sweetness, adding an extra squeeze of lemon can bring more balance to the drink.
This simple adjustment creates a brighter, more tart version.
Food pairings work well with this cocktail. Try it with:
- Cheese plates (especially goat cheese)
- Light appetizers
- Grilled chicken
- Summer salads
The aftertaste is pleasant and not too long-lasting.
It’s easy to enjoy with food without any flavor competition.
Substitute
If you don’t have plums or thyme for the Plum and Thyme Fizz cocktail, don’t worry. There are a bunch of easy swaps you can try instead.
For plums, maybe reach for one of these:
- Peaches
- Nectarines
- Cherries
- Berries (strawberries, blackberries)
- Apricots
No fresh thyme on hand? That’s fine. Here are some other herbs that work:
- Rosemary
- Basil
- Mint
- Sage
- Lavender
Want to skip the booze? Just leave out the liquor and add more fruit juice with sparkling water, or maybe a non-alcoholic sparkling cider.
For sweetener, honestly, use whatever you like. Honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar all work instead of simple syrup.
Messing with these ingredients will shift the flavor, sure, but you’ll still get a fun, refreshing fizzy drink. Why not mix and match a bit and see what you come up with?
