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.
St-Germain Spritz Cocktail Recipe
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
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!
