A refreshing, light, and lemony cocktail originating in Southern Italy.
This simple yet elegant spritz blends sweet limoncello with bubbly Prosecco for a drink that’s sunshine in a glass. Whether you’re hosting guests or just toasting to yourself, this cocktail delivers crisp, zesty bliss with every sip.
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Limoncello Cocktail (Italian Limoncello Spritz)
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 cocktails 1x
Description
This simple yet elegant spritz blends sweet limoncello with bubbly Prosecco for a drink that’s sunshine in a glass. Whether you’re hosting guests or just toasting to yourself, this cocktail delivers crisp, zesty bliss with every sip.
Ingredients
1 cup crushed ice
4 oz limoncello
12 oz Prosecco (DOC or DOCG, preferably)
½ oz sparkling water (optional)
2 slices lemon (for garnish)
Fruit and mint sprigs (optional garnish)
Instructions
Fill your glasses halfway with crushed ice.
Pour in the limoncello – 2 oz per glass.
Top with Prosecco – about 6 oz per glass.
Add a splash of sparkling water if you prefer a lighter version.
Garnish with lemon slices, and if desired, add mint sprigs or fruit for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy cold.
Notes
Use 12–14 oz tulip-shaped wine glasses for the best aroma and presentation.
For a richer taste and finer bubbles, opt for Prosecco DOCG over DOC.
This cocktail is best served fresh to keep the Prosecco nice and fizzy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 291 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 4 oz limoncello
- 12 oz Prosecco (DOC or DOCG, preferably)
- ½ oz sparkling water (optional)
- 2 slices lemon (for garnish)
- Fruit and mint sprigs (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Fill your glasses halfway with crushed ice.
- Pour in the limoncello – 2 oz per glass.
- Top with Prosecco – about 6 oz per glass.
- Add a splash of sparkling water if you prefer a lighter version.
- Garnish with lemon slices, and if desired, add mint sprigs or fruit for a festive touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy cold.
Notes
Use 12–14 oz tulip-shaped wine glasses for the best aroma and presentation.
For a richer taste and finer bubbles, opt for Prosecco DOCG over DOC.
This cocktail is best served fresh to keep the Prosecco nice and fizzy.
FAQs
Q: Can I prepare it ahead of time?
A: It’s best made fresh to preserve the bubbles in the Prosecco.
Q: What’s the difference between DOC and DOCG Prosecco?
A: DOCG is a higher classification, indicating stricter standards and better quality, often resulting in finer taste and effervescence.
Q: Can I substitute another sparkling wine?
A: Yes. Dry varieties like Cava or Brut Champagne work well and balance the limoncello’s sweetness.
Q: Is there a non-alcoholic version?
A: Absolutely. Use lemon soda or lemonade with sparkling water instead of limoncello and Prosecco.