A sparkling limoncello cocktail that's perfect for warm sunny days. It's sharp, juicy, so refreshing and made with only 3 simple ingredients and garnished with mint leaves and freshly cut lemon slices.
Bring on Summer cocktails....
I'm aware Spring has only just arrived but the warmer weather and sunny blue skies have got me excited for Summer and all the yummy cocktails that come with it like my Prosecco strawberry slushie << omg SO good!
Quite frankly, this sparkling limoncello cocktail can be enjoyed any time of the year, I love it, it's juicy, refreshing and lip smackingly dee-lish!
The three simple ingredients in this cocktail are Limoncello (who knew!?), lemon soda and PROSECCO! Who doesn't love prosecco?! Noone.
The lemon soda should be tart, sweet and sparkling. I use Sanpellegrino Sparkling Lemon Soda
for best results, if you can find it in your supermarket or order it online it's well worth it. If not get something similar that's very tart and lemony.
How To Make Sparkling Limoncello Cocktail - Step By Step
Measure 1 shot of limoncello and pour it into the serving glass. Add 2 shots of lemon soda and top up with prosecco.
Add 1-2 ice cubes and garnish with sprigs of mint and slices of freshly cut lemon.
How easy was that? I mean with just 3 simple ingredients you'll have yourself a delicious, refreshing limoncello cocktail that's perfect to sip on with nibbles. I've listed some delicious little appetizers that would go great with this cocktail below.
Appetizers To Go With Cocktails
- Roasted fennel, salami and ricotta crostini
- Fried sausage stuffed olives
- Pan fried gnocchi (served with dips)
- Crostini three ways - perfect party food
- Cecina Toscana - Tuscan chickpea flatbread
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📖 Full Recipe
Sparkling Limoncello Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 shot (1.3 fl oz/40ml) Limoncello
- 2 shots (2.7 fl oz/80ml) sparkling lemon soda , Sanpellegrino if possible
- 3.3 fl oz (100ml) Prosecco
- 1-2 ice cubes
- 1 sprig of mint for garnish (optional)
- 1-2 slices lemon for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 shot of limoncello to a serving glass. Top with 2 shots of lemon soda and then top up with prosecco.
- Add the ice cubes and garnishes, serve.
Nutrition
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Jean
Where can I find sparkling lemon soda?
Emily
You should be able to buy it in most supermarkets/grocery stores. If looking for an Italian version I recommend San Pellegrino Limonata or Freedea Lemon Soda.
Sara
We recently made homemade Lemoncello and were looking for ideas other than just serving it over ice. This was refreshing and delicious. I served it with blueberry pie. It was a great combo!
Susan
Found your blog - and this great recipe! - just in time to make this for Fourth of July. Granted, it's not red, white, or blue, but it IS delicious, and was just perfect for creating a bit of a celebration at this time. Plus it reminded us of the good times we have had in Italy, which was a nice thing after all these months of not being able to travel. Thank you so much!
Tammy
We served this at my son's graduation party and it was a hit. Tasty and refreshing.
Sari - Campasimpukka
What a lovely drink! I tried it today and liked it a lot!
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So happy you liked it Sari!
Marlee
What a bright and sunny looking drink!
Sasha @ Eat Love Eat
Oh these photos are so pretty! And this sounds like a lovely refreshing drink for spring!
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Thank you Sasha!
Silpa
Love this cocktail, must try one. Very refreshing.
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Thank you so much Silpa, it's great!
Amy
This is such a great thirst quencher! I love the bright flavor of lemon and can just imagine sipping on this lovely drink!
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Thanks so much Amy, glad you like it!
Jessica Robinson
Emily, this looks SO SO refreshing for summer! Bring on summer, flip flops, painted toes, and cocktails on the back patio watching the sunset. Oh we will definitely be trying this yummy drink! (would it be okay to put a splash of fresh strawberry juice into it?!) I pinned for later!
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Aw thank you so much Jessica and bbqs too, woohoo! Ohh fresh strawberry juice would be so delicious, go for it!
Claudia
Now I see this I just finished a bottle guess I need to get another one !
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Yes, I say get another one haha! 🙂
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
What a refreshing cocktail for spring and summer. Looks ever so tasty.
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Thanks so much Bintu!
Veena Azmanov
mmm this cocktail looks easy and very tasty. Ideal for summer sunny days! I really like! Thanks for the great recipe!
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Definitely, thank you Veena!
Danielle
This looks so refreshing! Perfect for this beautiful Spring day we are having!
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Thanks so much Danielle!