Apple & Elderflower Spritz
Tanqueray is mixed with Apple and Elderflower in this sparkling fresh cocktail.
Serves:
Ingredients
50ml Tanqueray London Dry Gin
25ml Pressed Apple Juice
25ml Elderflower Cordial
25ml Soda Water
50ml Sparkling Wine
1 Mint Sprig (Garnish)
Equipment
1 Rocks glass
1 Ice Scoop
1 Jigger
1 Bar Spoon
1 Tongs
method
Build in an Ice-filled Rocks Glass.
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with Mint Sprig.
Alcohol content
22.2 g per serve
Interesting Facts
Whilst an exact recipe for the Spritz is difficult to ascertain, bartenders often gave recipes using words like ‘Splash of’ as opposed to quantities. This was considered the norm for the original Spritz to be equal parts wine and carbonated water.
History of the Drink
The Spritz is a beverage that has its roots in Venice and is named after the German verb ‘Spritzen’, which means to spray or splash. According to the history, Austrian soldiers who were stationed in Venice created the drink by adding soda water to the local wines. By using various liqueurs, you can make practically endless varieties of the Spritz.
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