I recently became a member of Club Chandon. Chandon is a sparkling wine company from California. We were introduced to Chandon when my husband and I visited their winery on our honeymoon. I will have to share that experience at another time. Today I am sharing some of my new found fresh spring spritzers.
The first one is the Chandon Citrus Blossom. This cocktail is perfectly balanced, not too sour or too sweet! It only takes a few ingredients to make and it is very refreshing.
I had some friends over recently for a game night. I decided to make the Chandon Citrus Blossom and they loved it! They said it was delicious,very smooth and not too acidic. One of the ingredients is Elderflower Liqueur. I was able to find this at my local wine and cheese shop. It has a wonderful aroma and exceptional flavor!
Citrus Blossom
Serves 1
1/2 ounce Belvedere Vodka
1/3 ounce Elderflower Liqueur
1/2 ounce fresh Lemon Juice
Dash of Simple Syrup
3 ounces Chandon Brut Classic
First, add the Belvedere Vodka, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur and simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a coup glass. Next, add the Chandon Brut, garnish with the lemon zest and serve.
The second cocktail is called an Orange Blossom, it’s pretty mild and wonderfully delicious, not too sweet and very flavorful. I was able to find the blood orange juice at a liquor store and it’s pretty tasty just by itself! My husband tends to like sweeter drinks. By adding the Chandon Brut it cuts the sweetness and tastes refreshing! Of the two spring spritzers, this is my husband’s favorite.
Orange Blossom
Serves 1
1 ounce Honey
2 ounces fresh Blood Orange Juice
Dash of Orange Blossom Water
3 ounces Chandon Brut Classic
First, add the honey, blood orange juice, and orange blossom water in a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a decorative glass. Next. add the Chandon Brut and serve.
To bring some fresh appeal to your next gathering I would suggest these two fresh spring spritzers, let me know which one is your favorite!
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