A light, bubbly, and fruity cocktail that’s effortless to make and guaranteed to impress your guests. Sweet grapes, sparkling champagne, and a splash of soda create the perfect festive drink.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red or green grapes (fresh; seedless)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 cup white grape juice
- 1 bottle chilled champagne (or prosecco)
- ½ cup club soda or sprite (for a sweeter spritzer)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh rosemary or mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1 — Prepare the Grape Base
- Wash grapes well.
- Add grapes + sugar to a bowl and gently mash them with a spoon to release juice.
(You can also blend for a smoother base.)
Step 2 — Assemble the Spritzer
- Add ice cubes to glasses.
- Spoon in 1–2 tbsp of grape mash.
- Pour in white grape juice (about ¼ cup per glass).
- Add chilled champagne until glass is ¾ full.
- Top with a splash of club soda/Sprite for extra fizz.
Step 3 — Garnish & Serve
- Add whole grapes on a cocktail stick.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig or mint leaf for a holiday touch.
- Serve immediately while bubbly!
Tips for the Best Christmas Spritzer
- Freeze grapes—they act as ice cubes without watering down the drink.
- Use red grapes for a richer holiday color.
- For a kids-friendly mocktail: replace champagne with sparkling water or Sprite only.
FAQs – Grape Champagne Spritzer Recipe
1. Can I use prosecco instead of champagne?
Yes! Prosecco, cava, or any sparkling wine works perfectly. They all give the drink a bubbly, festive taste.
2. Can I make this spritzer alcohol-free?
Absolutely. Replace champagne with sparkling water, Sprite, or ginger ale for a delicious non-alcoholic mocktail.
3. Can I use frozen grapes?
Yes, and they’re great because they keep the spritzer cold without watering it down. Frozen grapes also look pretty in holiday drinks!
4. Do I need to mash the grapes?
Mashing the grapes adds fresh flavor and natural sweetness, but you can skip this step and use whole grapes if you prefer a cleaner drink.
5. What grape juice works best?
White grape juice is ideal because it keeps the spritzer light and refreshing. Red grape juice can also be used for a deeper color.
6. How far in advance can I make it?
You can prepare the mashed grape base 1–2 hours ahead.
But only add champagne and soda right before serving to keep the bubbles fresh.
7. What glasses should I use?
Champagne flutes look elegant, but wine glasses or tall spritzer glasses work well too.
8. Can I adjust the sweetness?
Yes! Add more grape juice or a splash of Sprite for sweetness.
For less sweetness, use only champagne + soda water.
9. What can I use to garnish the spritzer?
Rosemary sprigs, mint leaves, lemon slices, or skewered grapes all look beautiful—especially for Christmas