The Golden Citrus Spritz

This refreshing cocktail, The Golden Citrus Spritz, is a delightful mix of Cognac, Amaro, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and honey syrup, topped with soda water. It's a light and fruity drink with a hint of complexity, perfect for sipping on a warm day or as a pre-dinner aperitif.

The Golden Citrus Spritz

A light and refreshing cocktail with Cognac, Amaro, grapefruit and lemon juice, honey syrup, and a splash of soda water.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 oz Cognac
  • 1 1/4 oz Amaro (Montenegro)
  • 3/4 oz Grapefruit Juice
  • 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz Honey Syrup
  • 2 oz Soda Water (cold is best)

Instructions

  1. Prepare honey syrup by gently heating equal parts honey and water in a saucepan until the honey is dissolved. Refrigerate to chill and store for later use.
  2. Add ice to a wine glass.
  3. Pour Cognac, Amaro, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and honey syrup into the glass.
  4. Stir for a few seconds.
  5. Top with soda water.
  6. Express the oils of a grapefruit peel, lemon peel, or both over the top of the finished drink.