Cucumber Elderflower Spritz Cocktail
A light, refreshing cocktail that blends cool cucumber, floral elderflower, fresh lime, sparkling wine, and a splash of soda for a crisp, bubbly sip. Perfect for summer afternoons or elegant gatherings.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Juicer
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring jigger
- Bar spoon
- Wine glass or stemless glass
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 2 oz cucumber juice freshly juiced or blended cucumber
- 1 oz elderflower cordial or elderflower syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz sparkling wine or non-alcoholic sparkling wine
- 2 oz soda water or club soda
- cucumber ribbons or slices for garnish
- lime wheel or wedge for garnish
- edible flowers optional, for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill your wine glass with ice cubes.
- Add cucumber juice, elderflower cordial, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker with a few ice cubes.
- Shake gently for about 10 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into your prepared glass.
- Top with sparkling wine (or non-alcoholic sparkling wine).
- Add soda water or club soda to finish.
- Stir lightly with a bar spoon to keep the bubbles lively.
- Garnish with cucumber ribbons, a lime wheel, and edible flowers if desired.
Notes
For the freshest taste, use homemade cucumber juice. Adjust the elderflower for more sweetness or use a dry sparkling wine for a crisper finish. Swap in non-alcoholic sparkling wine for a mocktail version.