Raspberry Gin Spritz
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!
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
Ingredients you’ll need
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.
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.
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.
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Raspberry Gin Spritz
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
Instructions
- Fill up a rocks glass with ice.
- Add the gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the glass.
- Gently pour the soda water over top.
- Stir gently and garnish with a few fresh raspberries and a twist of lemon.
Notes
- 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 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.