Just a Spritz

Wine spritzers, the predecessor to the mass-manufactured wine coolers of the '80s, are the perfect porch-swing sipper. Lovely and light, a spritzer starts with one of your favorite summer whites or rosés. Ice and a splash of soda bring a bit of bubbly refreshment.

Club soda is probably the most traditional mixer, but flavored sparkling waters, premium and flavored tonics, or even mild-flavored naturally sweet sodas (such as a lemon-lime, strawberry or other fruity craft sodas) are a great choice, too.

Make your own custom spritzer by filling a glass half full of ice; add wine to fill the glass ⅔ full. Top with a splash of your choice of bubbly, then garnish with fruit as desired. You'll enjoy a cheerful, lightly sweet beverage with less alcohol than straight wine, which is ideal for those really warm days!

A Twist:

Some very popular spritzers use Champagne, Prosecco, Cava or another bubbly wine instead of soda. Others add a splash of liqueur or spirits. A classic French 75 cocktail combines both of these alternative spritzer techniques.

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