Published: Vantage Point Magazine, August 2022
By now, you’ve probably heard of an Aperol Spritz. A sparkling, orange drink that’s long held the summer spritz crown. But this year there’s another serious spritz contender and with Google searches up 100% at the time of writing, it looks set to take the summer by storm - introducing the Limoncello Spritz.
We spoke to the cocktail experts at Bloom in Farnham for their take on the tipple, a Pear & Thyme Limoncello Spritz. Using one of Bloom’s signature shrubs for a harmonious balanced flavour, the pear and thyme complements the sweetness of Limoncello. Here’s how to make it at home:
Bloom’s Pear & Thyme Limoncello Spritz
Ingredients
125ml Prosecco
35ml Limoncello
25ml Pear & thyme shrub
Topped with lemonata
Method
Add the Prosecco, Limoncello and pear & thyme shrub to a tumbler over crushed ice
Top with lemonata
Garnish with a sprig of thyme and lemon twist
To make the shrub:
Wash 500g pears and thyme then place in a bowl and lightly mash
Add 500g caster sugar to the bowl, stir then cover with cling film, leave in the fridge for 48 hours
When ready, the fruit will be sitting in a syrup. Filter through a muslim cloth or fine sieve into a sterilised jar
Stir 500g cider vinegar into the syrup with a sterilised spoon
Seal and leave for 72 hours before use
Tip: You can make it without the shrub by adding 50ml Limoncello instead
Comments