Strawberry Elderflower Spritz

This recipe calls for a strawberry puree, and although it can be store-bought, making it homemade takes seconds and produces a more flavorful result. In a high-powered blender, add a handful of strawberries and blend until pureed. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve set over a small bowl. Use immediately or keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz. (30 ml) Williams Sonoma Elderflower Syrup
  • 1/2 oz. (15 ml) fresh strawberry puree
  • 1/4 oz. lemon juice
  • 3 oz. (80 ml) sparkling water
  • 3 oz. (80 ml) sparkling wine
  • 1 strawberry with hull intact, sliced lengthwise, for garnish
  • Fresh basil leaves and fresh mint sprigs for garnish

Directions:

Fill a spritz or coupe glass halfway with ice.

In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, stir or shake together the elderflower syrup, strawberry puree and lemon juice until combined and well chilled. Strain the mixture into the ice-filled glass and top with the sparkling water and sparkling wine. Garnish with the strawberry, basil leaves and mint sprigs. Serve immediately. Makes 1 drink.

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