Another day another cocktail recipe to try out at home. This time I’m sharing a lovely light, refreshing spritz that’s perfect for sunny day sipping..a rosé spritz. I found the inspiration for this recipe over on Taste of Home from their ‘Swedish Rose Spritz’ recipe and knew I had to try it for myself. As always, however, I’ve put my own twist on the recipe! This post includes an item that was gifted to me (marked with an asterisk). All opinions are of course my own.
The Rosé Spritz
My discovery of the rosé spritz came about after I cracked open a bottle of one of my new favourite rosés on a sunny Friday evening to share with my family (a ‘Wine Wednesday‘ feature for it is currently pending!). When it came to Sunday I suddenly realised that I had around a third of the bottle left in the fridge still to drink. As much as I love the rosé as it is, it’s always fun to try something new. So I did a little search online for rosé cocktails and stumbled upon a ‘Swedish Rose Spritz’. A quick browse through the recipe and I was completely sold. It sounded like the ultimate Sunday afternoon drink and I couldn’t wait to try it!
Ingredients
75ml dry rosé wine
25ml elderflower liqueur (I use st germain)
100ml lemonade/lemon carbonated water (I use 7UP free)
Slice of lemon (I use Nim’s Infusions* lemon slices)
Plenty of ice
The Rosé Spritz: Elevating Your Spritz Garnish
When it comes to cocktails, the fruit that we use to garnish our drinks can so often be overlooked. It’s so easy to just miss the garnish out altogether or throw in a slice of old lemon that’s looking a bit worse for wear. But the garnish is so important for bringing your drink together. If, like me, you love a good sliced fruit garnish in your drinks (whether it be an alcoholic or alcohol free one) then you might be familiar with the struggle of having half used lemons and limes sat on your countertop whenever you make a few drinks.
The number of times that I’ve made a batch of cocktails, garnished them all with a slice of fruit, only used half of the fruit and had the other half sat there for a week (before its inevitable chuck into the bin) is insane. But thankfully I’ve recently been introduced to Nim’s Infusions.
Nim’s Infusions*
The ‘Infusions’ are the latest range from air-dried fruit crisp producer, Nim’s. Similarly to the crisps, Nim’s Infusions are air-dried but they’re exclusively dried citrus fruits instead. In the range they’ve got dried lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit and even kumquat, and all of them come in a resealable pouch with a shelf life of up to 9 months. Just pop one or two slices into any drink for a fruity twist and minimal fruit waste!
NOTE: Rather than finishing the spritz with a slice of fruit you’ll want to add the Nim’s Infusions slices in FIRST. This gives them a bit of time to rehydrate and release some of their delicious fruity flavours.
Method
Fill three-quarters of your glass with ice (I normally go for a stemless wine glass)
Add your slice of Nim’s Infusions dried lemon
Pour in the rosé and elderflower liqueur
Top up with 7UP (or lemonade)
Serve and enjoy!
Have you tried a Rosé Spritz before? Or any type of wine spritz for that matter. What’re your thoughts on it? Let me know in the comments. If you enjoyed reading this recipe then go ahead and give it a share on social media (via the yellow tab on the right).
Female Original
Something else you might like: Cocktail Hour: St Germain Spritz.
August 14, 2020
This sounds absolutely delicious, I bet it is really refreshing as well. I do love a good cocktail but I hardly ever make them at home. I love anything elderflower so wil be sure to try this out x
August 19, 2020
It’s so lovely and really easy to make as well! Let me know what you think if you do try it 🙂 x
August 14, 2020
I really like a wine spritzer and I’m also a Gin & Tonic gal so I’m sure these fruit Infusions will work in a lovely G&T! Thank you for sharing 🙂
August 19, 2020
They’re perfect in a G&T! I tried them out at the weekend and the flavour is amazing with a gin x
August 14, 2020
“Another day another cocktail recipe” is such a mood haha. This drink sounds good and easy to make! I would have never thought to add air dried fruit. Thanks for sharing!
August 20, 2020
Hahaha honestly it’s my lockdown motto at this point. It’s such a great summery drink and it’s so easy to make! x
August 14, 2020
That sounds like a delicious cocktail! I’ll try out your recipe
xoxo
Lovely
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August 18, 2020
I hope you like it! x
August 14, 2020
This literally looks like the perfect drink for summer! Could picture myself sat on a hammock in the garden on a summer evening sipping away!
Bec x
August 20, 2020
Sounds like a vibe! I hope you enjoy it 🙂 x
August 14, 2020
That drink looks absolutely delicious Faye! That is the perfect Summer drink, I really want to try it now! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
August 18, 2020
It’s such a lovely spritz! Let me know what you think if you do try it 🙂 x
August 14, 2020
This looks like an awesome drink to try! I love the inclusion of elderflower liqueur and the infusion dried lemons sound fascinating! I have never used anything remotely like it, but I love how flavorful they sound. Thanks for sharing!
August 19, 2020
Elderflower liqueur is probably one of my favourite ingredients to add to a cocktail. It’s got a sweetness about it but it’s not sickly at all, it’s actually really light! x
August 14, 2020
Okay, I need to purchase like a million of these Nim’s Infusions products because they’re genius for cocktails such as this one! What a great concept. I’m so glad you shared this. The perfect thing to add to my bar cart.
August 20, 2020
They’re so cool aren’t they! They’ve really upped my cocktail game haha x
August 14, 2020
I was looking for a new cocktail recipe. Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
August 20, 2020
I hope you enjoy this one! x
August 14, 2020
This looks and sounds so refreshing!! Just earlier I was craving a really summery, light, tasty drink, so even though I’m still underage and couldn’t exactly enjoy this particular drink, I’m thinking I need to treat myself to something like it :’) xx
August 15, 2020
It’s so lovely and refreshing. Haha one to add to the list for when you are old enough! I’m sure you could make something similar with a rose and elderflower cordial! x
August 14, 2020
Hi Faye. That sounds like a refreshing way to help cope with the wretched heat that we’ve had for the last week or so. And I love your photos – what camera do you use?
August 20, 2020
It’s a great Summer drink! I just use my phone camera (Samsung S9) and then edit with Photoshop 🙂
August 14, 2020
I love rosé but I have tried a spritz before. Love this idea! Great post ☺️
Anika | chaptersofmay.com
August 20, 2020
It was my first time trying a wine spritz before and I absolutely loved it! Thanks x
August 15, 2020
Well this sounds really nice, especially for a warm summers day, fingers crossed we still have a few left. This looks really nice and refreshing! Thank you for sharing x
August 20, 2020
Here’s hoping we get some sun this weekend! x
August 15, 2020
Yummm! I love cocktails. I haven’t had a rose spritz for a long time. Love that you added a slice of dried citrus as well. I always found those being a gamechanger for cocktails and whiskey. Thanks for sharing this mix. I need to give it a try!
Nancy ✨ exquisitely.me
August 20, 2020
They’re such a game changer!! The lemon worked so well in this spritz as well 🙂 x
August 15, 2020
Sounds lovely. Pop over to my post on cocktails if you like, you might enjoy a Pomport (rose with gin).
August 20, 2020
I’ll have to check it out! x
August 16, 2020
This sounds absolutely delicious! Perfect for a hot summer afternoon. I’m not the biggest aperol fan in the world and this sounds like such a nice alternative. I’m not sure if I’ve ever had rose in a cocktail before and I’m starting to question why because this sounds amazing x
Sophie
August 16, 2020
I have no clue why I hadn’t tried rosé in a cocktail before either! It’s honestly so good and super light as well 🙂 x
August 16, 2020
How is it that I wasn’t invited to test this cocktail? hahaha Looks perfect!
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August 20, 2020
Haha! Honestly it’s so good x
August 16, 2020
This looks deliciously scrumptious! I would love to taste this drink!
August 20, 2020
It’s such a simple but delicious drink to make! Perfect for sunny weather 🙂
August 19, 2020
Sounds like the perfect summer drink, and I haven’t tried it before! Love the idea, thank you for sharing.
Anika | chaptersofmay.com
August 20, 2020
It’s such a great refreshing drink! 🙂 x
August 19, 2020
This looks like a lovely drink – love the addition of the fruit for a summery twist!
Tash // A Girl with a View
August 20, 2020
They add such a lovely twist to the drink! x
August 19, 2020
I love that you put your own spin on this! I’m always trying to mix up recipes for drinks and foods (although, admittedly, I’m not very good at it haha). Thanks for sharing your recipe!
August 20, 2020
I love mixing up recipes as well! We all have different tastes so I think it’s good to switch it up to make a recipe more to your taste 🙂
August 21, 2020
Mmmm I don’t even drink but this looks and sounds so delicious and refreshing!
August 23, 2020
It’s such a lovely drink! You could probably make a non-alcoholic version of it really easily as well x
August 21, 2020
The drink looks amazing and sounds like it would be delicious. I have never seen these fruit crisps before. It’s a shame they don’t sell them here in the US.
August 25, 2020
It’s such a lovely drink! The infusions were such a game changer for me, they really elevate a drink 🙂
August 23, 2020
Oooh this sounds beautiful & such a wonderful drink!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
August 25, 2020
It’s so perfect for the Summer! Thank you 🙂
August 23, 2020
Thanks! The recipe will definitely be used.
August 25, 2020
I hope you enjoy it!
August 23, 2020
This sounds so refreshing!! I agree with you, it sounds like the perfect Sunday afternoon drink. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
August 29, 2020
It definitely is refreshing! Thank you 🙂
August 28, 2020
This sounds interesting. Sounds like a refreshing drink. Thank you for sharing.
Lauren | http://www.bournemouthgirl.com
September 6, 2020
It’s super refreshing! Thank you 🙂
September 6, 2020
This sounds sooo yummy and right up my street! Perfect for an afternoon in the garden!
September 10, 2020
Definitely! It’s so light and Summery 🙂
September 7, 2020
SO FRESH!
Love,
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September 13, 2020
Thank you!