Limoncello Spritz

ByLeanne Neill
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When the sun is high and the days stretch long, there's nothing quite like a Limoncello Spritz to capture that golden, laid-back feeling of summer in a glass. With its zesty citrus punch, gentle sparkle, and just the right touch of sweetness, this Italian cocktail is the perfect companion for patio lounging, brunches, or impromptu happy hours. Whether you're dreaming of the Amalfi Coast or just craving something refreshing and easy to make, this vibrant spritz is your ticket to sipping sunshine.

Close up shot of a stemless wine glass sitting on a wood chopping board filled with Limoncello Spritz. The glass is filled with ice and the drink is a yellow ombre, darker yellow on the bottom which lightens as it goes up. There is a yellow straw in the glass and it is garnished with fresh mint.

Although this Limoncello Spritz captures the essence of summer, I also enjoy it in early spring, when the weather's still unpredictable and I'm daydreaming about warmer days ahead. It's a little reminder that sunshine and slow afternoons are just around the corner.

Why I Love a Limoncello Spritz

  • Bright, citrusy flavor - Limoncello brings a vibrant lemony zing that's both refreshing and uplifting.
  • Light and bubbly - Topped with Prosecco and a splash of club soda, it's crisp, fizzy, and never too heavy.
  • Tastes like sunshine - Whether you're poolside or bundled up in early spring, it delivers instant summer vibes.
  • Italian charm - Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, it's a little taste of la dolce vita in every glass.
  • Quick and easy to make - No fancy tools required-just pour, stir, and sip.
  • Perfect for entertaining - Elegant yet effortless, it's a crowd-pleaser for brunches, showers, and aperitivo hour.
  • Customizable - Garnish with mint, thyme, or rosemary, add a splash of gin, or swap in flavored sparkling water for a twist.

Equipment Needed

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  • A jigger for measuring - or get a whole bartending set if you plan to make other mixed cocktails
  • A bar spoon for giving a little stir at the end
  • Wine glasses - small wine glasses around 11oz are perfect for this drink.

Ingredients for Limoncello Spritz

Ingredients needed to make a Limoncello Spritz. On the left is a yellow bottle of limoncello, in the middle is a bottle of prosecco, and on the right is a small can of club soda.

Limoncello - provides that lemon sunshine and just the right amount of sweetness.

Prosecco - A little bubbly makes this drink fun.

Club Soda - Adds more bubbles and the salts help bring out the subtle nuances in the drink. Could be replaced with sparkling water if necessary.

Ice - keeps the drink cold

Fresh Mint - optional. Could also garnish with a sprig of rosemary or thyme.

Lemon Slice - optional garnish

How to Make a Limoncello Spritz

Fill a wine glass with ice. If I'm garnishing with a lemon slice, I will add it at this point between the ice and the side of the glass.

Three shots side by side outlining how to pour a limoncello spritz. The picture on the left is of a non-stemmed wine glass filled of ice and a lemon slice. Limoncello is being poured in, out of a jigger. The middle picture is of the same glass now with limoncello in it, and it is being filled with bubbly prosecco. The final picture on the right is the glass being topped off with bubbly club soda.

Pour in 2 oz of chilled limoncello

Pour in 3 oz of chilled prosecco

Top with 1 oz of club soda

Give it a little stir then garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, serve with or without a straw. Enjoy!

Three limoncello spritz garnished with mint and a yellow straw being served on a long wooden board. In the background are the limoncello and prosecco bottles, and in the foreground in the bottom right a fresh lemon is peeking in to the scene.

Notes

  1. I like to have all my ingredients chilled, so the drink is cold from the start and doesn't cause the ice to melt prematurely.
  2. Adding the lemon slice before the liquids makes it easier to submerge the lemon without sticking your finger into the final drink.
  3. Prosecco can be subbed with any bubbly wine of your choice, champagne, sparkling wine, cava, crémant, sekt...
  4. Club soda is normally used in making this spritz, it has added salts which can enhance the flavor, but you can also get away with sparkling water.
  5. Mint is a great garnish, but some people prefer rosemary or thyme.

FAQs

What are good occasions for serving a limoncello spritz? This refreshing cocktail is perfect for a variety of social and celebratory occasions like pool parties, brunches, Italian themed dinners, birthdays etc.

What should I serve with a limoncello spritz? The slight sweetness in this cocktail pairs great with savory nibbles like prosciutto wrapped melon, olives, cheese and cured meats (charcuterie platter) etc.

In terms of alcohol content what would this compare to? This drink contains more alcohol than a standard glass of wine or cocktail. It is about 1.5 x a standard drink in one glass.

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Limoncello Spritz

Leanne Neill
When the sun is high and the days stretch long, there's nothing quite like a Limoncello Spritz to capture that golden, laid-back feeling of summer in a glass. With its zesty citrus punch, gentle sparkle, and just the right touch of sweetness, this Italian cocktail is the perfect companion for patio lounging, brunches, or impromptu happy hours. Whether you're dreaming of the Amalfi Coast or just craving something refreshing and easy to make, this vibrant spritz is your ticket to sipping sunshine.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Course Appertivo, digestivo, Drinks
Cuisine American, Canadian, Italian
Servings 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • 1 jigger
  • 1 bar spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz Limoncello store bought or homemade
  • 3 oz Prosecco
  • 1 oz Club Soda
  • Ice

Garnishes

  • 1 sprig Fresh mint or rosemary or thyme
  • 1 slice Lemon

Instructions
 

  • Fill a wine glass with ice. If I'm garnishing with a lemon slice, I will add it at this point between the ice and the side of the glass.
  • Pour in 2 oz of chilled limoncello
  • Pour in 3 oz of chilled prosecco
  • Top with 1 oz of club soda
  • Give it a little stir then garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, serve with or without a straw. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. I like to have all my ingredients chilled, so the drink is cold from the start and doesn't cause the ice to melt prematurely.
  2. Adding the lemon slice before the liquids makes it easier to submerge the lemon without sticking your finger into the final drink.
  3. Prosecco can be subbed with any bubbly wine of your choice, champagne, sparkling wine, cava, crémant, sekt...
  4. Club soda is normally used in making this spritz, it has added salts which can enhance the flavor, but you can also get away with sparkling water.
  5. Mint is a great garnish, but some people prefer rosemary or thyme.
Keyword drinks for brunch, happy hour, lemon cocktail, limoncello spritz

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6 Comments

  2. 5 stars
    This was a perfect pool-side bevy! We had a girls day this weekend and it was well received. We need a few more bottles for next time! 😉

    Reply

    1. I'm glad the limoncello spritz was a hit with the girls! Never a bad idea to have a few bottles in reserve 🥂lol

      Reply

  3. 5 stars
    The husband & I loved this last night, and with only 3 ingredients, we were back in Italy. So, refreshing!!!

    Reply

    1. Hi Karina, I'm glad you and your husband enjoyed these limoncello spritz! It is like being in Italy 😉

      Reply

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