Barsys
Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz
About
The Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz is contrast done right.
Bright lemon meets dark berry. Sunshine meets shadow. It’s still a spritz, still refreshing, but with more attitude than the average citrus sparkle.
Limoncello brings vibrant, concentrated lemon sweetness. Clean, glossy, unmistakably Mediterranean. Blackcurrant juice shifts the tone, adding depth, subtle tartness, and a rich, almost inky berry character that grounds the citrus. The pairing feels sharp yet polished.
Prosecco lifts everything with dry, fine bubbles, keeping the drink from leaning syrupy. A splash of soda stretches the finish, making it lighter and more sessionable without losing character.
Built in a highball over cubed ice, Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz stays tall, crisp, and structured. A lemon peel garnish keeps the aroma bright and focused.
It’s refreshing, yes. But it has an edge. And that’s the point.
Shaken or Stirred? Built. Building directly in the glass preserves carbonation and keeps the structure clean.
What You'll Need
For one Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz:
- 1.0 oz Limoncello
- 0.5 oz Blackcurrant juice
- 2.5 oz Prosecco
- 1 oz Soda water
Glass: Highball
Garnish: Lemon peel
Pro Tip: Use a dry Prosecco to balance the natural sweetness of limoncello and blackcurrant.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
- Fill a highball glass with cubed ice.
- Add limoncello and blackcurrant juice.
- Pour in Prosecco.
- Top with soda water.
- Gently stir once to combine.
- Garnish with an expressed lemon peel.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz is best prepared using the Barsys 360 Cocktail Machine, ideal for building sparkling cocktails. Load limoncello and blackcurrant juice for accurate measurement, then finish with Prosecco and soda in the glass to maintain crisp effervescence.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
Spritz balance is everything. Too much limoncello overwhelms, too much soda flattens the profile. Barsys 360 ensures precise measurement, keeping Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz sharp, vibrant, and consistently balanced.
Sip Setting
Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz works best at golden hour. It’s bright enough for the sun, structured enough for the evening.
Garnish Game
An expressed lemon peel adds aromatic lift and keeps the drink visually clean and refined.
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FAQs
What is the Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz?
Spring Citrus Sparkler Spritz is a sparkling cocktail made with limoncello, blackcurrant juice, Prosecco, and soda.
Is this cocktail sweet?
It’s lightly sweet with balanced berry tartness and dry bubbles.
Can I skip the soda?
You can, but soda keeps the texture lighter and more refreshing.
Can I use crème de cassis instead of juice?
Yes, though it will increase sweetness and alcohol content.
Is this similar to a classic spritz?
It follows the spritz structure but adds dark berry contrast for a more layered profile.