This floral spritz is perfect for early springtime when mornings and evenings are still brisk but happy hour has warmed up enough to enjoy a cocktail on the porch. The blanc verjus adds a bit of acidity to keep the cocktail balanced and complex without being too fussy. Lemon juice works well as a substitute if blanc verjus isn’t available.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Servings
1
Ingredients
1 fl. oz. (30 ml) elderflower liqueur
1 fl. oz. (30 ml) blanc vermouth
1 barspoon blanc verjus
3 fl. oz. (90 ml) sparkling wine
Lemon wheel and thyme sprig for garnish
Directions
In a wine glass over ice, quickly stir together the elderflower liqueur, blanc vermouth and blanc verjus. Top with the sparkling wine. Garnish with the lemon wheel and thyme sprig. Serve immediately. Serves 1.
Courtesy of Alex Jump, mixologist and co-founder of Focus on Health
