Saturday, August 25, 2012

White Wine Spritzer

White wine spritzers originated in Austria, not in the Mediterranean region. However, most Mediterranean countries now have their own variations of the spritzer.

For this basic version, I like to use a white wine from the Mediterranean region, like an oaky Chardonnay or a crisp Pinot Grigio.

This simple wine cocktail is easy to make, and so refreshing on a hot summer day - or anytime! And it is a wonderful complement to many light Mediterranean foods.

RECIPE:

Ice (enough to fill glass)
White wine, chilled
Club soda or seltzer, chilled
Lemon or lime wedge or twist (for garnish)

Fill a large wine glass with ice.

Pour the wine into the glass, until the glass is 2/3 full.

Top with the club soda until the glass is full.

Garnish with the lemon or lime.

-- 1 serving

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