Ouzo Spritz
Multiple · Wine
Greece's anise spirit lengthened with Prosecco, lemon, and a splash of tonic — a taverna twist on the Aperol Spritz, anise-forward and sea-breezy.
| Glass | Wine |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 10% |
| Category | international |
| Flavor | anise, sparkling, greek, refreshing |
Ingredients
- Ouzo1 oz
- Fresh Lemon Juice0.5 oz
- Prosecco3 oz
- Tonic Water1 oz
- Lemon Slice1 piece
- Mint Sprig1 piece
Method
- Fill wine glass with ice
- Add ouzo and lemon juice
- Top with Prosecco and tonic water
- Garnish with lemon slice and mint sprig
Pro Tips
- Use a dry, clean ouzo like Plomari; sweeter ouzos make the spritz cloying.
- Lemon's essential — skip it and the anise dominates unpleasantly.
- A slim wedge of cucumber makes a lovely third garnish for a hot summer table.