Celebrate National Spritz Day in Style with These Refreshing Summer Serves
National Spritz Day: Few drinks capture the spirit of summer quite like a spritz. Fresh, vibrant and endlessly versatile, it has become a seasonal staple thanks to its simple ingredients and effortless adaptability. Beyond the classics, countless variations take this cocktail in exciting new directions, and National Spritz Day on 1 August is the perfect excuse to explore them.
Prefer something dry? Opt for a Fino Sherry Spritz. Looking for something sweeter? A Berry Spritz could be the perfect choice. Simply choose your base—whether that’s a fortified wine or a liqueur—add some sparkle with Prosecco, tonic or soda, then finish with plenty of ice and a fresh garnish for an effortless summer serve.
Whether you’re hosting an alfresco lunch, packing a picnic or gathering friends for a barbecue, there’s a spritz to suit every summer moment.
From floral and refreshing to fruity and bittersweet, The Whisky Exchange has selected four spritz serves to inspire your National Spritz Day celebrations.
The Hugo Spritz – Fiorente Elderflower Liqueur ABV 20% £23.50
Light, floral and refreshing, the Hugo Spritz is an elegant choice for alfresco lunches and afternoon gatherings. Created in northern Italy as a sweeter alternative to the classic Aperol and Campari spritzes, Fiorente Elderflower Liqueur is made with wild Piemontese elderflowers and less sugar than many alternatives, delivering delicate floral notes and a fresh, balanced base for this summer serve.
Aperitivo Spritz- Quaglia Aperitivo Berto ABV 15% £ 22.95
As the evening draws in, a bittersweet Aperitivo Spritz makes for an ideal pre-dinner serve. Bright and unmistakably Italian, Quaglia Aperitivo Berto is a classic aperitif infused with orange peel, rhubarb and gentian, creating a fresh, citrus-led base. Add Prosecco and soda for a spritz made for golden hour.
Berry Spritz – Jean-Luc Pasquet Marie Framboise ABV 16% £24.50
Fruity, flamboyant and colourful, Jean-Luc Pasquet Marie Framboise is made with fresh raspberries, grape juice and grape-based eaux-de-vie. Delicious served over ice, it also makes a vibrant summer spritz when topped with sparkling wine and soda, finished with a sprig of mint for an easy addition to a summer picnic spread.
Limoncello Spritz – Terra di Limoni Limoncello di Amalfi ABV 25% £20.50
Fruity, flamboyant and colourful, Jean-Luc Pasquet Marie Framboise is made with fresh raspberries, grape juice and grape-based eaux-de-vie. Delicious served over ice, it also makes a vibrant summer spritz when topped with sparkling wine and soda, finished with a sprig of mint for an easy addition to a summer picnic spread.
