If you’re after a simple, refreshing drink to liven up your next get-together, you’re in the right spot. My Tangerine and Thyme Prosecco Cocktail is dead easy, looks gorgeous, and has this bright, crisp flavor I can’t get enough of.
I love how the sweetness of tangerine blends with the herbal kick from fresh thyme. Prosecco brings those lively bubbles—every sip feels a bit like a celebration, honestly.
This recipe is great for brunch, summer parties, or any time you want something special but don’t want to fuss. Let me show you how I throw this cocktail together in just a few minutes.
Tangerine And Thyme Prosecco Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Jigger: I use this to measure juice and syrup so I don’t go overboard.
- Cocktail shaker: Shaking the juice and syrup with ice really brings it together.
- Fine mesh strainer: Helps me get rid of any pulp or ice bits—nobody wants a chunky cocktail.
- Muddler: I gently press the thyme, just enough to release its flavor without smashing it to bits.
- Citrus juicer or reamer: Fresh juice is a must, so I squeeze it myself.
- Champagne flute or coupe glass: Keeps those bubbles in the Prosecco alive.
- Bar spoon: Stirring in the Prosecco gently keeps it bubbly (trust me, don’t skip this).
Ingredients
- 2 oz fresh tangerine juice
- 1/2 oz thyme simple syrup
- 4 oz chilled Prosecco
- 1 small sprig fresh thyme plus extra for garnish
- Ice cubes
- 1/2 tsp tangerine zest optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Add tangerine juice and thyme simple syrup to your cocktail shaker.
- Toss in a sprig of fresh thyme and give it a gentle muddle.
- Strain into a chilled glass—no pulp, please.
- Slowly top with Prosecco. Pour gently, or you’ll lose those bubbles.
- Give the drink a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a little thyme and, if you’re feeling fancy, a sprinkle of tangerine zest.
- For the thyme syrup, I mix water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar’s dissolved. Then I add the thyme sprigs, let it simmer for a couple minutes, remove from heat, and let it steep until cool. Strain out the thyme and you’re good to go.
Notes
Tasting Notes
First sip? There’s this gentle burst of citrus. The tangerine is bright, sweet, and has a little tang to it.
The Prosecco brings a crisp, lively fizz. It’s refreshing, and I get a hint of green apple and pear from the sparkling wine.
The thyme is subtle—not overpowering, just a touch of earthiness and a fresh aroma that lingers.
In each sip, I taste:
- Tangerine: sweet, juicy, and right up front
- Thyme: herbal, a little floral
- Prosecco: crisp, bubbly, super clean
The drink finishes clean with a soft herbal aftertaste. The fizz hangs around on my tongue, making every sip feel bright and fresh.
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Substitute
Sometimes, I just have to swap out ingredients depending on what’s actually in my kitchen. Here are a few go-to substitutes that tend to work out pretty well in this cocktail.
Equipment:
- Jigger or, honestly, measuring spoons if that’s what I’ve got handy
- Citrus juicer
Ingredients:
- If I’m out of tangerine juice, fresh orange juice usually does the trick. It brings that sweet, citrusy thing I want.
- No Prosecco? Sometimes I just grab sparkling wine, or even club soda if I’m feeling lazy or want it lighter.
- Swapping out thyme for fresh basil or mint gives a different vibe, but it’s still tasty in its own way.
- When I want a deeper sweetness, honey syrup steps in for simple syrup. It’s a little richer, which I like.
Instructions:
- I measure the substitute the same as the original—no fancy math required.
- For the herbs, I just muddle whatever I’m using straight in the glass. That’s where the flavor really comes out.
- If I’m using club soda instead of sparkling wine, I pour it in at the end. Keeps things nice and fizzy, which is kind of the point, right?


























