Liquid Society

House Bitter Lemon Spritz

A Liquid Society house recipe: bitter aperitif alternative with bitter lemon.

Built in glass · Wine glass · Easy · about 2 minutes · alcohol-free

Ingredients

Method

  1. Ice the glass
  2. Pour 30 ml non-alcoholic bitter aperitif into the glass
  3. Pour 120 ml bitter lemon into the glass
  4. Garnish

Tip

Plenty of ice.

About the House Bitter Lemon Spritz

The Liquid Society house family. This is a Liquid Society house recipe, created for this site rather than handed down from history. It follows the same rules as the classics: something sour, something sweet and something long, balanced so it tastes like a grown-up drink without the alcohol.

House Bitter Lemon Spritz FAQ

What's in a House Bitter Lemon Spritz?

30 ml non-alcoholic bitter aperitif, 120 ml bitter lemon, garnished with lemon wheel.

Does a House Bitter Lemon Spritz contain alcohol?

No. It is completely alcohol-free, so it suits drivers, non-drinkers and anyone pacing themselves.

Should I shake or stir a House Bitter Lemon Spritz?

Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.

What glass do you serve a House Bitter Lemon Spritz in?

A wine glass, about 450 ml. Serve it over ice. No wine glass? Use a large tumbler.