Spring Melon Spritz

The Spring Melon Spritz is fresh, fruity, and perfect for warm, sunny days. It combines sweet melon puree like cantaloupe or honeydew with a splash of fresh lime juice and your choice of sparkling water or prosecco for a light, bubbly finish. Add a touch of simple syrup if you like it sweeter. Serve it over ice in a tall glass and garnish with melon balls or a lime wheel for a bright, playful presentation. It’s easy to sip, refreshing, and brings a burst of spring flavor to any gathering.

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Tasting Notes

The Spring Melon Spritz is a bright, herbaceous cocktail that brings together juicy melon, tropical pineapple, and fresh mint in one vibrant, effervescent sip. Vodka keeps the base clean and crisp, while melon liqueur adds subtle sweetness and a burst of honeydew flavor. Pineapple and lemon juices bring fruity-tart balance, and sparkling water lightens the drink with refreshing fizz. It’s minty, citrusy, and spring-fresh—like a sunny garden party in a glass.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a shaker for muddling and mixing, a jigger for measuring, and a fine mesh strainer to keep the mint from overpowering the final pour. A highball or stemmed glass is ideal for showing off the color and bubbles. Use garnish tweezers or tongs to place the mint or lemon slice just right.

Ingredients

• 2 oz vodka
• 0.5 oz melon liqueur
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 0.5 oz lemon juice
• 8 mint leaves
• Sparkling water (to top)
• Mint sprig or lemon wheel (optional garnish)

Instructions

• Muddle: In a shaker, gently muddle mint leaves with lemon juice.
• Shake: Add vodka, melon liqueur, and pineapple juice. Fill with ice and shake briefly.
• Strain: Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top and Garnish: Top with sparkling water and garnish with a mint sprig or lemon wheel.

Pro Tips

• Add a splash of Midori or cucumber juice for a green hue and extra garden-fresh notes.
• Don’t over-muddle the mint—just a light press releases flavor without bitterness.
• Use chilled ingredients and glassware to keep the drink cold and crisp.
• For a lower-proof option, reduce vodka to 1 oz and increase sparkling water.

When to Serve

Perfect for spring brunches, al fresco dinners, and Easter celebrations, the Spring Melon Spritz is a versatile cocktail that brings a cheerful burst of flavor to any gathering. Its vibrant mix of melon, citrus, and mint makes it especially well-suited for garden parties or as a standout on a mint-themed menu. Light, bubbly, and easy to enjoy, it’s a refreshing sipper for sunny afternoons or laid-back outdoor events.

Whether served in a tall glass with fresh garnish or presented as a signature drink, this spritz adds a touch of seasonal charm and effortless elegance to every occasion.

Which Liquor Brands to Use

• Mint: Use fresh spearmint for the best aroma and color
• Vodka: Tito’s, Ketel One, or Absolut
• Melon liqueur: Midori for vibrant flavor and color
• Pineapple juice: Dole 100% or fresh-pressed
• Sparkling water: Topo Chico, Fever-Tree, or Pellegrino for clean effervescence

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