The Seeker Recipe

Chill glass

Place a white wine glass or a large stemmed glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the drink.

Combine base ingredients

In a mixing glass or cocktail shaker without ice, pour 5 oz of chilled dry Riesling, 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup. Stir gently for 10–15 seconds to integrate the liqueur and citrus without diluting the wine.

Taste and adjust

Taste the mixture quickly. If it needs more brightness, add up to 0.25 oz more lemon juice. If it needs more sweetness, add up to 0.25 oz more simple syrup. Stir again briefly after adjusting.

Prepare glass

Discard ice water from the chilled glass if used. Add 3–4 large ice cubes to the glass to keep the drink cool without excessive dilution.

Assemble the cocktail

Pour the blended wine and liqueur mixture over the ice in the chilled glass. Top with 1 oz chilled club soda or sparkling water to add a light effervescence. Gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine — one long, slow stir to preserve carbonation.

Garnish and serve

Express the lemon twist over the drink to release the oils, then rub it on the glass rim and place it on the edge or float a thin lemon wheel on top. Optionally slap a mint sprig between your palms to release aroma and rest it against the glass (do not muddle). Serve immediately.

Enjoy responsibly — this is a bright, lightly sparkling Riesling-based by-the-glass cocktail with floral elderflower notes and a fresh citrus lift.