Name: Raspberry Gin Spritz
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1½ ounces gin; ½ ounce raspberry liqueur; 1 ounce lemon juice ((freshly squeezed)); ½ ounce simple syrup; 4 ounces soda water; fresh raspberries and a lemon twist

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This Raspberry Gin Spritz is a delicious cocktail with gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, and soda water. Make this delicious drink in less than 5 minutes – perfect for any gin lover!

Raspberry gin spritz in two rocks glasses, garnished with fresh raspberries and a slice of lemon.

If you love a good raspberry cocktail, you will love this cocktail recipe. The first time I had it I was impressed with how well the flavors complement each other.

This tasty cocktail tastes like summer sunshine in a glass.

Why you’ll love this recipe

Flavorful – The gin, raspberry liqueur, and lemon with just a touch of sweetness is a winning combination.
Easy to Make – Despite its sophisticated appearance, this fruity cocktail is surprisingly simple to make.
Refreshingly Light – Ideal for warm days or balmy evenings, this cocktail is refreshingly light.
Romantic – This pink spritz is the ideal cocktail to serve on Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients you’ll need

Ingredients for raspberry gin spritz set out on a wooden table.

Gin. Gin is the base spirit in this cocktail. I used Bombay Sapphire dry gin, which is a citrus-forward gin. You could use lemon gin if you want a stronger lemon flavor.

Raspberry liqueur. This adds a sweet raspberry flavor. A black raspberry liqueur will give you the best flavor.

Lemon juice. Fresh lemon juice is best.

Simple syrup. This adds a subtle sweetness to the drink. You can make it yourself in 5 minutes using equal parts water and sugar. You could also use agave syrup or honey.

Soda water. This adds just the right amount of fizz.

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list at the bottom of the post

How to make a raspberry gin spritz

Step 1. To make simple syrup, add a half cup of granulated sugar to a mason jar. Boil water in a kettle. Add a half cup of water to the sugar, and stir with a wooden spoon to dissolve the sugar. Cool before using. Store simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 2: Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.

Step 3. Add gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.

Gin being poured into the rocks glass with ice.

A hand pouring raspberry liqueur into a rocks glass with gin and ice.

Step 4. Top it off with soda water. Stir gently with a spoon.

Step 5. Garnish with fresh raspberries, lemon slices, and mint, if desired.

Soda water being added to the glass to add some fizz.

The raspberry gin spritz in a rocks glass garnished with fresh raspberries and a slice of lemon.

Variations

Herbal Infusions: Add herbs like basil or mint for extra flavor. Muddle them or use them as garnish.
Sparkling Wine Twist: Replace soda water with sparkling wine or Prosecco for a more luxurious cocktail.
Citrus Change-Up: Use lime juice instead of lemon for a different citrus flavor.
Spicy Kick: Add a slice of jalapeño pepper for a spicy version.

Expert Tips

For best results, use a premium gin.
Adjust the lemon juice and simple syrup to find the perfect balance between tartness and sweetness.
Make homemade raspberry syrup for even more raspberry flavor.
Layer the ingredients in the glass by pouring them in slowly over the back of a spoon.
Add a sprig of mint for garnish and even more flavor.
Serve in a large wine glass for a fancy presentation.

FAQs about raspberry gin spritz

You can prepare the drink in advance without the ice and soda water. Add both just before serving.

Yes, use tonic water or club soda instead of gin, and raspberry simple syrup or non-alcoholic raspberry cordial instead of raspberry liqueur.

Yes, multiply the ingredients based on the number of servings and mix in a large pitcher. Add soda water and ice just before serving.

Two old-fashioned glasses of raspberry gin spritz, garnished with raspberries and lemon.

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