Basil-Orange Spritz

This refreshing Basil-Orange Spritz is a delightful and fragrant aperitif that combines the subtle herbaceousness of basil with the zesty sweetness of navel oranges. Perfect for sipping on a warm evening, it pairs excellently with salted toasted almonds or a rich, garlicky cured sausage such as saucisson sec.

Basil-Orange Spritz

A refreshing and fragrant aperitif that combines basil and oranges with sweet fortified red wine and seltzer.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 3 fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 navel orange, thinly sliced into half-moons
  • 3 oz Dubonnet Rouge or other sweet fortified red wine, chilled
  • Ice
  • 2 oz seltzer, chilled

Instructions

  1. Gently muddle basil and orange with a spoon or muddler until basil is lightly bruised but aromatic.
  2. Stir in the wine and let it sit for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.
  3. Pour the mixture over ice in a glass.
  4. Top with seltzer and serve immediately.