Summer of Spritz
There is a distinct moment when summer truly begins. It’s not a date on the calendar; it’s the sound of a cork popping, the gentle hiss of a freshly opened bottle of soda water, and the sight of condensation building on a wine glass filled to the brim with ice.
Welcome to the Summer of Spritz!
Effervescent, brightly colored, and effortlessly sophisticated, the spritz is the ultimate warm-weather cocktail. The secret to a flawless spritz lies in its bubbly foundation. That’s why we are building our entire summer menu on Ruffino Prosecco—a crisp, vibrant sparkling wine with notes of apple and citrus that perfectly elevates any liqueur it meets.
Even better? We’re making your summer entertaining a breeze. Right now, when you bundle Ruffino Prosecco with Aperol, St-Germain, or Limoncello, you save $3 instantly. Grab your largest wine glasses, stock up on ice, and dive into the three essential spritz recipes you need on rotation this season.
The Classic: Aperol Spritz
The undisputed icon of patio season. With its bright orange hue and complex, bittersweet flavor profile, the Aperol Spritz is practically sunshine in a glass. Ruffino Prosecco cuts through the gentle bitterness of the Aperol, resulting in a perfectly balanced, low-ABV sipper.
Ingredients:
• 3 oz Ruffino Prosecco
• 2 oz Aperol Aperitivo
• 1 oz Club soda
• Orange slice
Method: In a glass with ice, add Aperol, prosecco and top with club soda. Stir to combine and garnish with an orange slice.
The Botanical: Hugo Spritz
If you are looking for something ultra-refreshing, floral, and crisp, look no further than Northern Italy’s best-kept secret: the Hugo Spritz. By pairing St-Germain elderflower liqueur with fresh mint and Ruffino Prosecco, you get a cocktail that tastes like a breezy afternoon in a hidden garden.
Ingredients:
• 3 oz Ruffino Prosecco
• 1 1/2 oz St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
• 1 oz Club soda
• 4–5 Fresh mint leaves
• Lime wheel
Method: In a glass with ice, add St-Germain and mint leaves. Stir to combine and top with prosecco and club soda. Garnish with additional mint leaves and lime wheel.
The Citrus: Limoncello Spritz
Bring the rugged beauty of the Amalfi Coast straight to your backyard. Tart, sweet, and intensely citrusy, the Limoncello Spritz is the ultimate palate cleanser and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ruffino’s crisp acidity beautifully tames the sweetness of the lemon liqueur.
Ingredients:
• 3 oz Ruffino Prosecco
• 2 oz Villa Massa Limoncello Liqueur
• 1 oz Club soda
• Lemon wheel
• Rosemary sprig
Method: In a glass with ice, add Limoncello, prosecco and top with club soda. Garnish with a lemon wheel and sprig of rosemary.
Hosting a backyard gathering? Set up a dynamic Spritz Bar! Put out a few chilled bottles of Ruffino Prosecco, a siphon of cold club soda, and ice buckets featuring Aperol, St-Germain, and Limoncello. Surround the bottles with small bowls of sliced oranges, lemons, limes, and fresh herbs so your guests can mix and match their own perfect summer pour.
Ready to stock up for the weekend? Head into the store or order online to take advantage of our $3 bundle savings when you pair Ruffino Prosecco with your favorite summer liqueur.
