• 3 ounces chilled white wine
• 1 ounce seltzer
• Ice
• Garnish: Various fruits & herbs

Variations

Lemon Basil Spritzer

• Lightly crush 2-3 fresh basil leaves at the bottom of the glass to release their flavor.
• Squeeze a small amount of lemon juice into the glass.
• Proceed with the classic spritzer recipe and garnish as desired.

Melon Spritzer

• Pour 1 ounce of melon liqueur into the drink before adding seltzer.
• Drop small melon balls into the glass for a fruity touch.

Citrus Spritzer

• Swap the plain seltzer for a citrus-flavored soda to intensify the citrus taste.
• Add slices of lemon, lime, and orange before pouring in the other ingredients.

Strawberry Spritzer

• Simmer ¼ cup of water with 4-5 sliced strawberries and 1 tablespoon of sugar for about 5-10 minutes until the fruit softens.
• Mash the mixture, then strain to remove solids.
• Stir the strawberry-infused syrup into the classic spritzer. Garnish with fresh strawberries.

Pomegranate Spritzer

• Add pomegranate seeds directly into the glass for a pop of color and flavor.
• Stir in ¾ ounce of pomegranate syrup before following the base recipe.

Cucumber Mint Spritzer

• Use a vegetable peeler to create a long cucumber ribbon and wrap it inside the glass.
• Lightly crush 3-4 mint leaves and add them for a refreshing aroma.
• Complete the drink following the classic method and garnish with a mint sprig.

Bitter Spritz

• Substitute sparkling wine in place of white wine for a more complex taste.
• Mix in 1 ounce of red bitters to deepen the flavor profile.
• Garnish with an orange slice for a citrusy contrast.

Grapefruit Thyme Spritzer

• Replace the white wine with rosé for a slightly fruitier version.
• Stir in ½ ounce of grapefruit juice for a tangy kick.
• Gently crush a sprig of fresh thyme at the bottom of the glass to infuse the flavors.
• Garnish with a grapefruit slice and additional thyme.