A St-Germain Spritz is one of those cocktails that’s just… easy. It’s light, refreshing, and honestly, I like how simple it is to throw together at home.
This drink mixes elderflower liqueur, sparkling wine, and soda water for a crisp and floral taste. I find it perfect for spring and summer gatherings—or whenever I’m craving something that’s both simple and a little special.
Here, I’m sharing my favorite way to make a St-Germain Spritz. I’ll run through the equipment, the handful of ingredients, and the steps so you can whip one up yourself.
Equipment
- Wine glass or stemless glass: I like these—they keep the drink cool and really show off the bubbles.
- Measuring jigger or shot glass: For making sure I don’t overdo it (or underdo it, let’s be honest).
- Bar spoon or stirrer: Makes mixing everything together a breeze.
- Ice cubes: A must for keeping things chilly and fresh.
- Citrus peeler or small knife (optional): Sometimes I go for a lemon twist garnish, sometimes not.
- Paper towel or cocktail napkin: Because spills happen, right?
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 2 oz dry sparkling wine Prosecco or Cava are my go-tos
- 2 oz club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wheel or twist for garnish
- Fresh mint sprig for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Fill your glass with ice cubes—about three-quarters full is good.
- Pour in 1 ½ oz of St-Germain over the ice.
- Add 2 oz dry sparkling wine.
- Top with 2 oz club soda for that fizzy lift.
- Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon—don’t go wild, just enough to mix.
- Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist. Sometimes I throw in a fresh mint sprig if I’m feeling fancy.
- Serve right away while it’s cold and bubbly. That’s when it’s best.
Notes
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Tasting Notes
First sip, and the gentle sweetness from the elderflower liqueur hits. It’s floral, but not in-your-face—kind of reminds me of springtime, honestly.
The sparkling wine brings in the bubbles and a dry finish. That keeps things balanced, so the drink never feels syrupy.
If I’ve added a lemon garnish, I pick up a little citrus, which is a nice touch. The soda water just keeps it all super clean and easy to drink—dangerously easy, maybe?
What I taste:
- Floral sweetness from St-Germain
- Crisp, lively bubbles from sparkling wine
- Subtle citrus if I went for the lemon garnish
- Refreshing finish from soda water
Even over ice, the flavors stay clear and delicate. I just find this cocktail so easy to enjoy—daytime, evening, whenever.
Substitute
Sometimes, I just don’t have every ingredient on hand for a St-Germain Spritz. It happens, right? Here are a few simple swaps I’ve tried to make a cocktail that’s pretty close.
Ingredients I can swap:
- St-Germain: Out of St-Germain? I’ll grab another elderflower liqueur, or sometimes I’ll mix a little elderflower syrup with vodka. Not quite the same, but it gets the job done.
- Prosecco: Any dry sparkling wine works here—cava’s a solid backup too.
- Club soda: I swap in sparkling mineral water sometimes, or even tonic water if I’m feeling adventurous.
- Lemon or lime: No lemons? Limes work, or even a splash of grapefruit juice if I’m in a pinch. It keeps things fresh.
Equipment I use for substitutes:
- Wine glass or tall glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger or a little measuring cup—honestly, whatever’s clean
Instructions for making a substitute St-Germain Spritz:
- Fill a wine or tall glass with ice. Don’t skimp on the ice—it matters.
- Pour in 1.5 oz elderflower syrup mixed with 0.5 oz vodka (if you’re out of St-Germain).
- Add 3 oz dry sparkling wine or cava. I just eyeball it sometimes, to be honest.
- Top with 2 oz tonic water or mineral water. Whatever’s fizzy and handy.
- Stir gently and toss in a citrus slice. That’s it—cheers!
