Raspberry Lime Spritz Drink (Print version)

Lightly sparkling blend of raspberries and lime with citrusy freshness and gentle effervescence.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries, or thawed frozen raspberries
02 - 1 lime, thinly sliced

→ Spirits & Mixers

03 - 3 fluid ounces vodka, optional
04 - 1 tablespoon simple syrup, or to taste
05 - 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
06 - 1/2 cup leftover prosecco or sparkling wine, optional

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves
08 - Extra lime wedges

# How to Make:

01 - In a cocktail shaker or large glass, muddle raspberries and lime slices with simple syrup until well crushed and juicy
02 - Add vodka if using, then fill the shaker or glass with ice
03 - Pour sparkling water and prosecco if using, and gently stir to combine
04 - Strain mixture into two ice-filled serving glasses
05 - Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and lime wedges, then serve immediately

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with zero cooking required—perfect for spontaneous gatherings
  • Incredibly versatile: easily transforms from cocktail to mocktail by omitting spirits
  • Uses simple, accessible ingredients that celebrate fresh fruit flavors
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary preferences
  • Light and refreshing with only 120 calories per serving, making it guilt-free indulgence
  • Perfect for using up leftover prosecco or sparkling wine from celebrations
02 -
  • Use chilled ingredients to keep your spritz colder longer without over-diluting with ice
  • Don't skip the muddling step—it's essential for extracting maximum flavor from the fruit
  • Strain carefully to achieve a smooth drink without fruit pulp, unless you prefer a more rustic texture
  • Add sparkling elements last and stir gently to preserve carbonation and fizz
  • Fresh mint should be slapped between your hands before garnishing to release aromatic oils
  • For batch preparation, muddle and mix everything except sparkling ingredients, then add bubbles just before serving
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