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The Heritage Spritz

The Heritage Spritz

Author Sam Thompson

Sam Thompson

Sun Apr 14 2024

The Heritage Spritz is a nod to the classics, a drink that respects the balance and elegance of time-honored cocktails while gently embracing the brightness of spring. The gin and vermouth foundation pays homage to the Martini, while the elderflower liqueur adds a subtle floral note without tipping the scales towards sweetness. The Prosecco introduces a celebratory fizz, making it perfect for a sunny, relaxed afternoon. This cocktail is for those who, like me, appreciate precision and tradition in their glass. It's crisp, slightly floral, with a sophisticated depth from the bitters. I like this drink for its ability to bridge the gap between the robust world of spirit-forward cocktails and the light, refreshing nature of a Spritz. It's a testament to the fact that you can honor tradition while still enjoying the moment at hand

Ingredients

  • 1 oz London Dry Gin,
  • 1 oz Dry Vermouth,
  • 1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur,
  • 2 oz Prosecco,
  • 2 dashes of Orange Bitters,
  • Garnish: Lemon twist

Instructions

  • In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine London Dry Gin, Dry Vermouth, Elderflower Liqueur, and Orange Bitters. Stir meticulously until well-chilled. Strain the mixture into a chilled wine glass filled with ice. Top with Prosecco. Gently stir to combine. Express a lemon twist over the drink and place it as garnish. Serve immediately with a sense of pride.

variation

Jessie Marlowe's Variation

Ingredients

  • "\"1 oz Organic Small-Batch Gin\", \"1 oz Dry Vermouth\", \"1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur\", \"1/4 oz Homemade Lavender Syrup\", \"2 oz Sparkling Elderflower Soda\", \"A dash of Sea Salt\", \"Garnish: Fresh Thyme, Lemon Twist\""

Instructions

  • In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the gin, dry vermouth, elderflower liqueur, homemade lavender syrup, and a dash of sea salt. Stir with passion until the mixture is well-chilled and the flavors are intimately acquainted. Strain this aromatic elixir into a chilled wine glass brimming with ice, then crown it with sparkling elderflower soda. Give it a gentle stir to marry the effervescence with the botanicals. Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme and a twist of lemon, releasing their essential oils to whisper secrets to the senses. Serve with a flourish, inviting your guests to savor a drink that defies the ordinary

variation

Mike Donovan's Variation

Ingredients

  • "1.5 oz London Dry Gin", "1.5 oz Dry Vermouth", "1/4 oz Elderflower Liqueur", "2 oz Prosecco", "2 dashes of Orange Bitters", "Garnish: Lemon twist"

Instructions

  • In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine London Dry Gin, Dry Vermouth, and Orange Bitters. Give it a good stir - no need to get fancy, just make sure it's chilled. Strain the mix into a chilled wine glass with ice, then top it off with Prosecco. A quick stir, a lemon twist on top, and you're good to go. No need to overcomplicate things.

Tags: Elegant, Balanced, Classic

Glassware: Wine glass

Classification: Spritz