Raspberry Lime Spritz Drink (Print Version)

A sparkling mix of raspberries, lime, and bubbly for a lively, refreshing drink experience.

# Components:

→ Fruit

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

→ Spirits & Mixers

03 - 3 fl oz 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes five minutes flat, which means you can actually enjoy time with your guests instead of fussing in the kitchen.
  • Fresh raspberries and lime create this perfect balance where neither one overpowers the other, and the sparkle makes it feel elegant without trying too hard.
02 -
  • If you muddle too aggressively, you'll crush the raspberry seeds and release bitter tannins, so treat them gently like you're coaxing out the juice, not destroying them.
  • Make this drink right before serving because the bubbles fade and the ice melts; it's not something that improves with sitting around.
03 -
  • Always taste your simple syrup mixture before adding the sparkling water, since that's your last chance to adjust sweetness without diluting the drink.
  • If you're making this for a crowd, muddle the fruit in a pitcher ahead of time, then add ice and bubbles glass by glass just before serving so everything stays fizzy.
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