Description
The Dirty Spritz is a refreshing and crisp cocktail that combines the zesty flavors of citrus aperitivo and lemon juice with a slight briny twist from olive brine, perfectly balanced with tonic water. Garnished with olives and a sprig of thyme, this sophisticated spritz is ideal for a light, flavorful drink to enjoy on warm days or as a stylish aperitif.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 1.5 oz Citrus Aperitivo
- 3 oz tonic water
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- 0.25 oz olive brine
Garnish
- Olives
- Thyme sprig
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add 1.5 oz Citrus Aperitivo, 3 oz tonic water, 0.5 oz lemon juice, and 0.25 oz olive brine into a collins glass.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice to chill the mixture and keep the drink refreshing.
- Stir: Stir gently but thoroughly twice to blend all the flavors together evenly.
- Garnish: Garnish the spritz with olives and a fresh thyme sprig for an aromatic and visually appealing finish.
Notes
- Use a high-quality tonic water to enhance the drink’s crispness.
- Adjust the amount of olive brine to your taste if you prefer more or less of the briny flavor.
- The thyme sprig adds a fresh herbal aroma; substitute with rosemary if preferred.
- This cocktail is best served immediately to maintain the fizz and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 7 oz)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
