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Limoncello Spritz – Original recipe
A Limoncello Spritz is quick and easy to make and crisp and refreshing! With just three ingredients - limoncello, prosecco and sparkling water - you'll feel like you're on the Amalfi Coast. Try out the recipe and enjoy your summer!
- 80 ml Limoncello, corresponds to 8 cl
- 400 ml Prosecco
- 200 ml Sparkling water
Schritt für Schritt durch´s Rezept
- Step 1Fill each glass with 2 cl (20 ml) limoncello, 100 ml Prosecco and 50 ml sparkling water.
- Step 2Add ice cubes, lemon slices or zest as desired.
- Step 3Already done!
Classic Limoncello Spritz
Welcome to a refreshing journey of discovery through the world of Limoncello Spritz! This delicious cocktail has become increasingly popular in recent years, not only in Italy but all over the world. Its simple preparation, combined with a unique taste experience, makes this aperitif the perfect summer drink.
The origins of the Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello, the main ingredient in this cocktail, comes from the sunny south of Italy, particularly the region around the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. This traditional Italian liqueur is made from lemon peel, alcohol, water and sugar. The art of making limoncello has been passed down through generations and is a pride of these regions.
Summer drink Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello Spritz is a variation on the ubiquitous Aperol Spritz, which attracts people to bars around the world with its bright orange color, tart-sweet character and the obligatory slice of orange. Because of its origin, the cocktail is sometimes also called Amalfi Spritz.
Bright yellow against an azure blue coast – these are the dreamlike colors of Amalfi. It’s very easy to bring a sip of it into your home with our recipe! Especially in summer, the refreshing, squeaky yellow limoncello brings sunny Italian pleasure to your glass!
How to serve the Limoncello Spritz
The beautiful yellow color comes into its own in bulbous wine glasses and they offer plenty of space for ice cubes and decorations such as lemon zest. Champagne flutes are particularly suitable if the spritz is to be served with an elegant aperitif.
In general, you should always keep your bottle of limoncello in the fridge. And how about freezing some lemon zest in your ice cubes? It looks particularly pretty!
Suggestions for possible variations
- Rosemary: Add a sprig of rosemary to create a tangy note.
- Basil: Garnish your drink with basil. The aroma goes great with it!
- Strawberry Limoncello Spritz: Add a few fresh strawberries to make the drink more fruity and colorful.
- Non-alcoholic version: Replace Prosecco with non-alcoholic sparkling wine or tonic and limoncello with lemon syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
Occasions for which the aperitif is suitable
This versatile cocktail is perfect for a variety of occasions – be it ana relaxed evening on the terrace, as a refreshing accompaniment to a brunch or for an elegant party. You can even set up a small cocktail bar based around limoncello. It’s quick and easy and is simply something different.
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