Limoncello Spritz Sparkling Water (Printable)

A zesty blend of limoncello syrup, lemon juice, and sparkling water for a refreshing drink.

# What you need:

→ Citrus Base

01 - 4 tablespoons non-alcoholic limoncello syrup or lemon cordial
02 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sparkling & Sweet

03 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
04 - 4 tablespoons tonic water or lemonade, chilled (optional)

→ Garnish

05 - Lemon slices or twists
06 - Fresh mint leaves
07 - Ice cubes

# How to make it:

01 - Fill two large wine glasses or spritz glasses with ice cubes.
02 - Pour 2 tablespoons non-alcoholic limoncello syrup and 1 tablespoon lemon juice into each glass.
03 - Add 2 tablespoons tonic water or lemonade to each glass if desired for enhanced sweetness.
04 - Top up each glass with 1/2 cup chilled sparkling water.
05 - Stir gently to combine all components.
06 - Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required
  • Completely alcohol-free, making it perfect for all ages and occasions
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free without any substitutions
  • Captures authentic Italian spritz vibes with lemony brightness and bubbly refreshment
  • Easily customizable to suit your sweetness preference
  • Requires only basic tools and readily available ingredients
02 -
  • Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice rather than bottled for the brightest, most authentic flavor
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep the drink colder longer
  • Pour the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass to preserve maximum carbonation
  • Stir only once or twice—over-stirring releases the bubbles you want to keep
  • Make your own limoncello syrup by simmering lemon zest with sugar and water, then straining
  • For photo-worthy presentation, use a vegetable peeler to create elegant lemon twists and express the oils over the drink before dropping them in
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