Fresh, floral, and delightfully bubbly, the Herb Garden Spritz — sometimes called a Basil Spritz — is a cocktail that captures the essence of summer in the garden.
Basil syrup adds a sweet herbal note, elderflower liqueur brings a delicate floral touch, and lemon juice keeps everything bright. Topped with crisp Prosecco, it’s a cocktail that feels both refreshing and elegant.
Perfect for brunches, garden parties, or an aperitif before dinner, this spritz is an easy way to elevate your cocktail hour with seasonal herbs I grow in my garden and sparkling charm.
Twist Ideas
- Mixed Herb Spritz: Combine basil with thyme or rosemary syrup for a more complex herbal profile. You could also try our Emerald Syrup instead of basil.
- Citrus Swap: Try lime instead of lemon for a sharper, zestier finish.
- Rosé Spritz: Use sparkling rosé for a pink-hued variation.
- Extra Floral: Add a splash of elderflower syrup for a sweeter, more fragrant drink.
Why You’ll Love It
- Fresh & Herbal: Basil syrup gives it a bright, garden-fresh flavor.
- Bubbly & Light: Prosecco makes it crisp and celebratory.
- Simple Elegance: Just a few ingredients for a cocktail that looks and feels elevated.
- Seasonal Appeal: Perfect for spring and summer entertaining.
Herb Garden Spritz (Basil Spritz) Recipe
Ingredients
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz basil simple syrup
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- Prosecco (to top)
- Garnish: basil sprig or mixed herb sprig
Instructions
- Add elderflower liqueur, basil syrup, and lemon juice to a flute or coupe glass.
- Top with Prosecco.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a sprig of basil or fresh garden herbs.
Mocktail Version
Skip the elderflower liqueur (or replace it with an elderflower syrup like this one) and replace Prosecco with sparkling water or non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
Basil syrup and lemon juice still bring that refreshing, herbal flavor.
