Snowflake Spritz Cocktail
A refreshing, bubbly winter cocktail with sparkling wine, elderflower liqueur, vodka, lemon, and a cloud of whipped cream—perfect for a festive sip at any holiday table!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Wine or spritz glass
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Small bowl
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 3 oz sparkling wine Prosecco or Champagne
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz simple syrup optional
- 1 oz lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ice cubes
- 2 oz heavy cream
- 1 tsp powdered sugar for whipped cream
- fresh mint leaves or white sugar crystals for garnish
Instructions
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake for 10–15 seconds until cold.
- Strain into a spritz or wine glass filled with ice.
- Slowly pour in sparkling wine, stirring gently with a bar spoon.
- In a bowl, whip the cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spoon whipped cream on top of the cocktail.
- Garnish with mint leaves or sugar crystals. Serve immediately.
Notes
Chill the sparkling wine for crispness. Whipped cream should stay soft, not stiff. Rim glass with sugar for extra festive flair. Adjust sweetness to taste with simple syrup.