Umeshu Spritz

Serves: 1
Time to prepare: 3mins
 
A Umeshu Spritz is a refreshing, lightly sweet, and bubbly cocktail that combines the rich, fruity depth of Japanese umeshu (plum wine) with sparkling wine and soda. It’s perfect for a romantic meal or as an elegant aperitif.

Ingredients:

• 50ml Umeshu (Japanese plum wine)
• 75ml dry sparkling wine
• 50ml soda water
• Ice cubes

Garnish (Optional):

• A slice of plum or lemon
• A sprig of fresh mint

Method:

1. Fill a large wine glass or highball glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour in 50ml umeshu.
3. Top with 75ml prosecco and 50ml soda water.
4. Stir gently and garnish with a lemon rind twist, or mint sprig.

Variations & Tips

• For a sweeter version: use tonic water instead of soda.
• For a citrusy twist: add a splash of yuzu juice.