Delicate, floral, and sparkling, the Lavender Elderflower Spritz is a cocktail that feels like a garden party in a glass. Lavender syrup and elderflower liqueur bring soft, botanical sweetness, while fresh lemon juice keeps it bright and balanced.
Topped with Prosecco, it’s light, bubbly, and as elegant as it is refreshing.
This spritz is perfect for baby showers, brunches, summer evenings on the patio, or anytime you want a drink that looks and tastes effortlessly sophisticated.
Even if you don’t grow your own lavender, like me, it’s easy to find dried lavender in your local grocery store or online.
Twist Ideas
- Herbal Swap: Try rosemary or thyme syrup instead of lavender for a different herbal layer.
- Berry Spritz: Add muddled blueberries or blackberries for color and depth.
- Rosé Twist: Use sparkling rosé instead of Prosecco for a more colorful presentation.
- Extra Floral: Add a dash of elderflower syrup for an alcohol-free floral boost.
Why You’ll Love It
- Floral Elegance: Lavender and elderflower create a fragrant, delicate pairing.
- Balanced & Bright: Fresh lemon juice cuts through the sweetness for a crisp finish.
- Celebratory: Bubbly Prosecco makes it ideal for parties or special occasions.
- Seasonal Versatility: Perfect for spring and summer entertaining.
Lavender Elderflower Spritz Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur (or cordial)
- 0.5 oz lavender simple syrup
- 0.7 oz fresh lemon juice
- Prosecco (to top)
- Garnish: lemon twist or lavender sprig
Instructions
- Add gin, elderflower liqueur, lavender syrup, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until chilled.
- Strain into a wine glass filled with ice.
- Top with Prosecco.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or lavender sprig.
Mocktail Version
Skip the gin and elderflower liqueur, then combine lavender syrup, elderflower syrup, lemon juice, and soda water or non-alcoholic sparkling wine. A fragrant, bubbly drink without the alcohol.
