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Mer Soleil Recipe

Name: Harry's American Bar & Grills Mer Soleil Recipe
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 6 oz Chilled dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or unoaked Chardonnay); 2 cubes Ice (optional - for very warm climate); 1 piece Lemon twist; 1 sprig Fresh mint sprig; 1 oz Club soda or chilled sparkling water; 1 tsp Simple syrup (if you prefer slightly off-dry)

Inspired by Harry's American Bar & Grill

Time5m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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Glass

6 oz Chilled dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or unoaked Chardonnay)2 cubes Ice (optional - for very warm climate)

Garnish & Aromatics

1 piece Lemon twist1 sprig Fresh mint sprig

Optional Brightener

1 oz Club soda or chilled sparkling water1 tsp Simple syrup (if you prefer slightly off-dry)

Method

Glass Preparation

Chill glass

If possible, pre-chill a white wine glass in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to keep the wine cool without diluting it. If serving immediately and the room is warm, fill the glass briefly with ice water, then discard before pouring.

If you prefer a very cold drink and want a small amount of dilution, add 1–2 ice cubes to the glass. Otherwise serve without ice for best aromatic expression.

Pouring

Hold the bottle at the base, open and wipe the neck dry. Pour 6 oz (one standard by-the-glass pour) of the chilled dry white wine into the prepared glass. Pour gently down the side to preserve bubbles if using a sparkling or semi-sparkling style.

Finish & Garnish

If desired, add 1 oz chilled club soda to the poured wine to create a lighter, spritz-style pour. Stir gently once with a bar spoon to integrate.

If you prefer a slightly sweeter balance, add 1 tsp simple syrup and stir gently until incorporated.

Express the lemon twist over the glass by holding it over the wine and bending it to release oils, then rub the peel around the rim and drop it into the glass. Gently slap the mint sprig between your hands to release aromatics and place it on the rim or float in the wine.

Serve immediately. Recommend tasting note: bright citrus and green herb aromas with a crisp finish — ideal for light starters and warm-weather sipping.