Berry Lemonade Spritz Recipe

Berry Lemonade Spritz recipe — The summer optimist who brings the farmers market to your glass. Originally from United States.

I'm that friend who always finds the silver lining and makes everything a little brighter. I love outdoor brunches, garden parties, and making people smile with my cheerful pink personality. I'm fresh, bubbly, and believe every day deserves a little celebration.

Sparkling water consumption in the US has increased by over 500% since 2010, largely driven by the popularity of refreshing spritz-style drinks like this one that offer the sophistication of cocktails without the alcohol.

Berry lemonade spritz emerged from the American craft mocktail movement of the 2010s, as bartenders began treating non-alcoholic drinks with the same creativity as cocktails. The combination draws from classic American lemonade stands and the European spritz tradition, creating a uniquely American interpretation of the bubbly aperitif.

Ingredients

• 6-8 pieces mixed berries (strawberry, raspberry, blackberry) (fresh, hulled strawberries halved)
• 4 oz fresh lemonade
• 2 oz sparkling water (chilled)
• 1 tsp simple syrup (optional, to taste)

Instructions

1. Muddle the mixed berries gently in the bottom of a wine glass.
2. Add ice cubes and pour in the fresh lemonade.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir gently once.
4. Garnish with fresh berries and a lemon wheel on the rim.

Category: mocktail | Difficulty: easy | Base spirit: None | ABV:

Origin: United States