This one’s for those sunny afternoons or girls’ nights when you want something easy, fun, and a little fancy.
The Sparkling Limoncello Cocktail is super simple to make but feels like you went all out.
It’s fizzy, lemony, slightly sweet, and just so dang refreshing.
If you’ve got a bottle of limoncello hiding in the back of your fridge, this is your sign to break it out!
🍋 Why I Love This Recipe
I first had a drink like this at a backyard brunch, and I’ve been hooked ever since. It’s my go-to for impressing friends without stressing out. You only need a few ingredients, and you can dress it up with a little garnish or keep it super chill. It also scales easily if you want to make a whole pitcher!
- Only 3 main ingredients
- No shaker or blender required
- Refreshing and not overly sweet
- Great for brunch, happy hour, or a summer party
- Looks beautiful with zero effort
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 2 oz chilled limoncello
- 3 oz chilled Prosecco (or any dry sparkling wine)
- 1 oz chilled club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon peel or wheel (for garnish)
- Fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add ice to your glass
Fill a pretty glass with ice cubes. This keeps everything super chilled and crisp.
Step 2: Pour in the limoncello
Add 2 oz of chilled limoncello over the ice. It’s sweet, citrusy, and the star of the show.
Step 3: Top with Prosecco
Slowly pour in 3 oz of chilled Prosecco. It’ll fizz up beautifully—go slow to keep those bubbles in.
Step 4: Add a splash of club soda
Add 1 oz of club soda for an extra bubbly finish.
Step 5: Garnish and serve
Add a lemon peel twist or lemon wheel on top. Pop in a sprig of mint if you’re feeling fancy.
🔧 Tools You’ll Need
- Wine or cocktail glass
- Jigger or shot glass (for measuring)
- Small carafe or bottle for club soda
- Paring knife (for lemon garnish)
- Bar spoon (optional, for stirring)
🧠 Pro Tips
- Chill everything before you start—glass, ingredients, even the Prosecco if possible. The colder, the better.
- Pour the Prosecco slowly to keep all those pretty bubbles.
- Use clear ice if you want that clean, pretty look (like in restaurants!).
- Want it less sweet? Use a bit more club soda or go for an extra dry Prosecco.
- Make it extra cute with a sugar rim or serve with frozen lemon slices instead of ice.
🔁 Substitutions and Variations
- No Prosecco? Use any dry sparkling wine or even sparkling water for a mocktail.
- No mint? Try basil for a fun twist.
- Want a stronger drink? Skip the club soda and just do more Prosecco.
- Feeling fruity? Muddle a few raspberries or strawberries in the glass before adding the liquid.
⏰ Make-Ahead Tips
This cocktail is best made fresh, but you can pre-measure the limoncello into glasses and keep them chilled. Just add the bubbly stuff right before serving!
🥗 What to Serve With
- Light appetizers like bruschetta, caprese skewers, or cheese boards
- Perfect for brunch with lemon ricotta pancakes or savory quiche
- Great next to grilled shrimp or chicken skewers for summer dinners
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I make this into a big batch?
Yes! Just multiply everything and mix in a pitcher. Add Prosecco last so it doesn’t go flat.
Q: Can I use homemade limoncello?
Totally! It’s even better with homemade if you have it.
Q: Is this cocktail very sweet?
It’s lightly sweet from the limoncello but balanced with the Prosecco and soda. You can tweak it to taste!
🧊 Leftovers & Storage
This one doesn’t really store well once mixed—it’s fizzy and best enjoyed right away. But if you’ve got extra limoncello, store it tightly sealed in the fridge or freezer.
🥂 That’s It!
This Sparkling Limoncello Cocktail is the kind of drink that feels fancy but takes almost zero effort. Perfect for when you want a little sparkle in your day! If you give it a try, leave a comment and let me know how it went—or if you made your own twist on it! 💛
