Yuzu Spritz

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Discover the fresh, sparkling world of cocktails with this Yuzu Spritz, a refreshing twist on the classic spritz. This light drink combines the unique, citrusy flavour of yuzu with fizz and ice for a perfect summer refreshment. Enjoy it as an aperitif or at a cosy gathering – at Cookinglife we say: "Make every moment a party!"

x_ckl_recipe_markerYuzu Spritz This light drink combines the unique, citrusy flavour of yuzu with fizz and ice for a perfect summer refreshment. How to make a Yuzu Spritz? aperitif 1 15 0 0 5 30

Yuzu Spritz

Welcome to Cookinglife's kitchen! Discover the fresh, sparkling world of cocktails with this Yuzu Spritz, a refreshing twist on the classic spritz. This light drink combines the unique, citrusy flavour of yuzu with fizz and ice for a perfect summer refreshment. Enjoy it as an aperitif or at a cosy gathering – at Cookinglife we say: "Make every moment a party!"

Ingredients (for 1 glass):

50 ml yuzu juice (fresh or from a bottle)
100 ml prosecco or sparkling wine, well chilled
50 ml sparkling water
A handful of ice cubes (about 150 g)
Optional: zest of 1 lemon or grapefruit, for extra freshness

Instructions:

Fill a large wine glass with the ice cubes so the glass is about three-quarters full – this keeps your spritz nice and chilled and sparkling.
Pour the yuzu juice gently into the glass for a fresh base.
Slowly pour the chilled prosecco over the ice to preserve the bubbles and prevent the drink from going flat too quickly.
Add the sparkling water to make the spritz lighter and more refreshing.
Stir gently with a spoon to combine everything, and garnish with a twist of lemon or grapefruit peel for an extra citrus boost. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Tips and unique twist from Cookinglife:

Keep it light and crisp with plenty of ice, as we always recommend at Cookinglife – "Cheers to simple luxury!" For a sugar-free version, choose pure yuzu juice without added sweeteners, which keeps this cocktail naturally light. Since this is a drink, it is inherently gluten-free, but you can pair it with gluten-free snacks like fresh vegetables or nuts for a complete, healthy experience. Try a low-salt twist by adding fresh herbs like mint instead of extra garnishes. At kitchenware shop Cookinglife we believe small adjustments deliver big flavours – enjoy and share your creations with us! 😊

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Recipe

Yuzu Spritz

This light drink combines the unique, citrusy flavour of yuzu with fizz and ice for a perfect summer refreshment.

Course	aperitif
Kitchen
Servings	1

Preparation time

Preparation time	15
Time in oven	0
Stiffen up min.	0
Cooling time	5
Total	30

Equipment

wine glass
spoon

Ingredients

50 ml yuzu juice (fresh or from a bottle)
100 ml prosecco or sparkling wine
well chilled
50 ml sparkling water
A handful of ice cubes (about 150 g)
zest of 1 lemon or grapefruit (optional)

How to make a Yuzu Spritz?

Yuzu Spritz

Welcome to Cookinglife's kitchen! Discover the fresh, sparkling world of cocktails with this Yuzu Spritz, a refreshing twist on the classic spritz. This light drink combines the unique, citrusy flavour of yuzu with fizz and ice for a perfect summer refreshment. Enjoy it as an aperitif or at a cosy gathering – at Cookinglife we say: "Make every moment a party!"

Ingredients (for 1 glass):

50 ml yuzu juice (fresh or from a bottle)
100 ml prosecco or sparkling wine, well chilled
50 ml sparkling water
A handful of ice cubes (about 150 g)
Optional: zest of 1 lemon or grapefruit, for extra freshness

Instructions:

Fill a large wine glass with the ice cubes so the glass is about three-quarters full – this keeps your spritz nice and chilled and sparkling.
Pour the yuzu juice gently into the glass for a fresh base.
Slowly pour the chilled prosecco over the ice to preserve the bubbles and prevent the drink from going flat too quickly.
Add the sparkling water to make the spritz lighter and more refreshing.
Stir gently with a spoon to combine everything, and garnish with a twist of lemon or grapefruit peel for an extra citrus boost. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

Tips and unique twist from Cookinglife:

Keep it light and crisp with plenty of ice, as we always recommend at Cookinglife – "Cheers to simple luxury!" For a sugar-free version, choose pure yuzu juice without added sweeteners, which keeps this cocktail naturally light. Since this is a drink, it is inherently gluten-free, but you can pair it with gluten-free snacks like fresh vegetables or nuts for a complete, healthy experience. Try a low-salt twist by adding fresh herbs like mint instead of extra garnishes. At kitchenware shop Cookinglife we believe small adjustments deliver big flavours – enjoy and share your creations with us! 😊

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The Yuzu Spritz is a refreshing drink you can prepare in a few minutes. The tangy yuzu juice combined with cold prosecco and sparkling water creates a light, fizzy drink that’s perfect for a summer afternoon or a cosy aperitif. Always serve it immediately after preparation so the bubbles are preserved optimally.

Use a large wine glass for serving so there’s enough room for the ice cubes and the garnish. A handful of fresh ice cubes keeps the spritz delightfully cool and ensures the flavours come through. If you want to vary it, add a twist of lemon or grapefruit peel for an extra citrus note.