Russian Spring Punch

Russian Spring Punch

Vodka, cassis, lemon and syrup shaken tall over ice and topped with sparkling wine. Berry-bright fizz with a cool Eastern accent.

13% ABVMediumCocktails

Easy

Difficulty

4 min

Time

220 Cal

Calories

1

Serving

Flavor profile

Vodka

Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter

Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.

Ingredients

  • Vodka· not in your bar¾ oz

    Or swap: Gin — adds botanical notes, White Rum — a touch sweeter

  • Sparkling Wine· not in your barTop up

    Or swap: Cava (top up) — crisp and dry, Prosecco (top up) — fruity and reliable

  • Lemon Juice· not in your bar¾ oz

    Or swap: Lime Juice — sharper, greener

  • Simple Syrup· not in your bar¼ oz

    Or swap: Agave Syrup — cleaner sweetness, Honey Syrup — floral sweetness

  • Crème de Cassis· not in your bar½ oz

    Or swap: Crème de Mûre — blackberry twist, Raspberry Liqueur — brighter berry

Instructions

  1. Pour all ingredients into cocktail shaker except the sparkling wine.

  2. Shake well with ice.

  3. Strain into chilled tall tumbler glass filled with ice.

  4. Top up with sparkling wine.

Pairs well with

Cassis and sparkling wine over vodka toast the season with elegant bites:

  • Smoked salmon blinis
  • Blackcurrant pastries
  • Cucumber rounds with dill
  • Goat cheese tartlets

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