Smoky Grapefruit Spritz

This refreshing La Quebrada Spritz cocktail offers a delightful balance of smoky, fruity, and bubbly flavors. The crema de mezcal provides a hint of smokiness, complemented by the Aperol's bitterness and the fresh grapefruit juice's fruity notes. Topped with sparkling wine, it's a perfect sip for any occasion.

Smoky Grapefruit Spritz

A delightful and refreshing cocktail with smoky, fruity, and bubbly flavors, the Smoky Grapefruit Spritz is a perfect balance of crema de mezcal, Aperol, fresh grapefruit juice, and sparkling wine.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ounce crema de mezcal
  • 3/4 ounce Aperol
  • 1/2 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
  • 4 ounces sparkling wine

Instructions

  1. Express grapefruit twist and place it at the bottom of an empty wine glass.
  2. Add five ice cubes to the glass.
  3. In a shaker, combine the crema de mezcal, Aperol, and fresh grapefruit juice, then shake well.
  4. Double-strain the mixture into the wine glass over the ice.
  5. Top the cocktail with sparkling wine.