Bitter Orange Spritz Recipe
Blood Orange Apértif, Lyre's Classico Brut
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Oranges
Start by juicing fresh blood oranges to yield about 2 cups of juice. Make sure to strain the juice to remove any pulp if desired.
- 2
Mixing the Cocktail
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed blood orange juice and simple syrup. Stir well to ensure the syrup is fully dissolved.
- 3
Adding the Sparkling Wine
Slowly pour in the Lyre's Classico Brut to the pitcher. Stir gently to mix without losing the bubbles.
- 4
Muddling the Mint
In a separate glass, muddle the fresh mint leaves gently to release their aroma and flavor. Add this to the pitcher.
Serving
- 5
Garnishing the Drink
Fill glasses with ice and pour the blood orange spritz mixture over the ice. Garnish each glass with a slice of blood orange and a sprig of fresh mint.
- 6
Enjoying the Spritz
Serve immediately while the cocktail is bubbly and fresh. Enjoy your Bitter Orange Spritz!
