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Lemon Ginger Spritz Cocktail Recipe

Lemon Ginger Spritz Cocktail Recipe
This light and zesty drink combines fresh lemon juice, spicy ginger, and bubbles for a refreshing cocktail perfect for warm afternoons.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Bar spoon
  • Highball glass
  • Ice cube tray
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Citrus juicer
  • Zester or peeler for garnish

Ingredients

  • 2 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz ginger syrup
  • 4 oz prosecco or sparkling wine
  • Club soda to top
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon wheel and candied ginger for garnish

For ginger syrup:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh ginger peeled and sliced

Instructions

  • Fill the highball glass with ice cubes.
  • Add lemon juice and ginger syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Shake for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
  • Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass.
  • Pour in the prosecco slowly.
  • Top with a splash of club soda.
  • Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
  • Garnish with a lemon wheel and piece of candied ginger.

Notes

The ginger syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
To make ginger syrup, combine water, sugar, and sliced ginger in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain and let cool.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace prosecco with additional club soda.
Adjust the amount of ginger syrup to taste - some prefer it spicier, others milder.