Lambrusco wine is the sweet ingredient your spritz has been missing! This Lambrusco Pomegranate Spritz is made with delicious Italian wine instead of prosecco to give it an added layer of depth – and flavor! This cocktail is bursting with fruity goodness and a hint of bitter Aperol to balance things out. Enjoy this Summer of Spritz recipe as a refreshing treat, or sip it year-round for its sophisticated flavor!
Why You’ll Love This Lambrusco Pomegranate Spritz
Everyone’s obsessed with the Lambrusco spritz recipe from our Summer of Spritz series, so I thought we should take it up a notch and add some special flair! Not only does this version of the Aperol spritz have a delicious fruity pomegranate flavor, but it also has a sweet punch from the Lambrusco wine.
It’s simple the make and you can customize it with different fruity flavors, if you so desire! I would even suggest making an Aperol spritz bar so your guests can make their own drink based on their individual preferences. Either way, you’re going to adore this cocktail! I’m willing to bet this spritz will transcend seasons!
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Ingredients
We all know and love the classic spritz ingredients like Aperol and a splash of bubbles, and this Lambrusco pomegranate spritz starts with the same base recipe. Just add a few extra flavorful ingredients to complete this delicious cocktail.
- Pomegranate juice
- Aperol
- Fresh orange juice
- Lambrusco
- Soda water
How to Make a Lambrusco Cocktail
Step 1: Mix Ingredients
To start making your spritz, add pomegranate juice, Aperol, and orange juice to a wine glass. Fill the glass with ice and stir together, and then top the glass with Lambrusco and a splash of soda water.
Step 2: Garnish
Garnish your spritz with a fresh orange slice. Enjoy!
FAQs
Is Lambrusco the same as prosecco?
Lambrusco and prosecco have some similar characteristics, but I would say Lambrusco is more akin to wine while prosecco is more like champagne. One of the main differences between these two beverages is that Lambrusco is lower in alcohol content so it’s a great daytime sipper!
Is Lambrusco dry or sweet?
All of the above! It comes in dry, semi-sweet, and sweet variations, so there’s truly something to match everyone’s preferences.
Do you serve Lambrusco cold?
It’s best served chilled, so just pop it in the fridge about 30-45 minutes before you make your spritz, or speed things up by putting it in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
Your spritz is going to be the star of the show, but there are so many different dishes that you can serve alongside it to make your meal really pop!
- Start with some apps! Serve this easy spinach and artichoke dip or cherry pecan baked brie as you pass out everyone’s spritz.
- For the main meal, you could enjoy something classic and savory like grilled lemon chicken, and then serve with a light peach burrata salad. Instead, go for lemon and herb roasted potatoes and zucchini and corn fritters as side dishes!
- Finish off your dinner party with a sweet summer berry trifle or no bake lemon meringue cheesecake. Both are easy to whip up and serve so you can spend as much time as possible with your guests.
More Pomegranate Cocktails You’ll Love
- Pineapple Pomegranate Kombucha Cocktails
- Pomegranate Mimosas
- Pomegranate Ornamentini
- Harry Potter Pomegranate Polyjuice Potion
- Pomegranate Champagne Spritzers
If you make a Lambrusco Pomegranate Spritz, be sure to tag me on Pinterest and Instagram!
I seriously love seeing what you guys are making and sharing your creations with the College Housewife community!
Lambrusco Pomegranate Spritz
ingredients
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- 1 oz aperol
- ½ oz fresh orange juice
- 3-4 oz Lambrusco to top
- 1-2 oz soda water
instructions
- Add pomegranate juice, aperol, and orange juice to a wine glass. Fill the glass with ice and stir together. Top glass with lambrusco and a splash of soda water.
- Garnish with a fresh orange slice.
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