This Limoncello Spritz is an easy Italian cocktail made with prosecco, limoncello, sparkling water, and optional vodka. It's light, bubbly, and perfect for a hot summer day.
For adults 21+ in the U.S.: Please enjoy responsibly and never drink and drive.
On my honeymoon, we visited the Amalfi Coast in Italy (where Limoncello is made), so I used the one we bought there to make my Limoncello spritz!
I love how light, bubbly, and refreshing it is, and the pitcher version makes it easy to serve a group.
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What I use to serve it: I love pouring it from a glass pitcher with a lid to keep it covered and chilled before serving, serving it in stemless wine glasses, and using a citrus zester to get pretty lemon twists for garnish!
If you're serving a crowd, my Large Batch Margarita Pitcher and Peach White Wine Spritzer are two more easy party drinks to try. For guests who aren't drinking, serve my Alcohol-Free Aperol Spritz or Strawberry Basil Lemonade.
Ingredient Notes
- Limoncello: You'll want to use a high-quality store-bought limoncello for the best flavor. Or make your own limoncello!
- Vodka: Be sure to use any good quality vodka. You could also try some citrus vodka.
- Prosecco: I love using a good dry champagne for this.
- Sparkling Water: LaCroix makes a LimonCello flavor that would be perfect for this recipe, but you can use any sparkling water that you like.
- Lemon Slices: For garnish. (Completely optional).
How to Make A Limoncello Spritz
Individual Glass:
Step 1: In a glass, add ice, Limoncello, soda water, prosecco and vodka.
Step 2: Stir to blend. If desired, garnish with lemon slices, mint, or basil.
✔️Expert Tips
- This drink is best served cold, so be sure to chill all of the ingredients or pour over ice.
- If you're serving a group, you can make a pitcher of this cocktail in advance. Just add the sparkling water, ice, and garnishes right before serving.
- Try adding a few slices of fresh cucumber to your glass for an extra refreshing twist.
- For a lighter, more classic spritz, skip the vodka and use the 3:2:1 ratio of Prosecco, limoncello, and club soda.
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FAQ's
Sure! Just mix up the cocktail and keep in the fridge, then right before you're ready to serve add the ice and any garnishes!
A single serving, the ratio would be:
3 oz Prosecco (Brut)
2 oz Limoncello
1 oz Club Soda
Serve over ice with a lemon slice and maybe a sprig of mint or basil. (Vodka is optional)
What To Serve With Your Spritz:
Limoncello Spritz With Prosecco
Ingredients
Method
- Add all ingredients into a clear pitcher, stir and garnish! (Add ice last before serving)
- Pour into water goblets or wine glasses and garnish.
Nutrition
Notes
- WAIT to add the soda water & ice until guests arrive to maintain the bubbly effervescence of this cocktail. I always serve ice on the side so I do not water down the drink.
- Chill the pitcher for at least an hour before serving or make sure your limoncello, club soda and vodka are VERY cold before mixing.
- Serve this cocktail in large goblet-type glasses or larger wine glasses. A straw is highly recommended for sipping.
Tried the recipe? I'd love to hear your thoughts below!