Golden Hour Spritz

Drinks
Written By Evan Wei-Haas

This cocktail takes me back to a late afternoon on a veranda in Cape Town, South Africa watching a stunning sunset. The citrus is fresh and bright, balanced by a hint of sweetness from the honey and thyme syrup. Finished with bubbles, it’s light, refreshing, and easy to enjoy any time of day.

PROCESS

In a cocktail shaker with ice, add the vermouth, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and syrup. Shake lightly and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with Prosecco and add a dash of orange bitters. Garnish with a cocktail spear of grapefruit and thyme.

Honey-Thyme Syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes. Cool and remove thyme leaves. Store any leftover syrup in a jar in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

 

INGREDIENTS

Makes 1 cocktail:

  • 2 ounces dry vermouth

  • 1-ounce fresh grapefruit juice

  • ½ ounce fresh lemon juice

  • ½ ounce honey-thyme syrup (recipe follows)

  • 2 ounces Prosecco

  • 1 dash orange bitters

  • Grapefruit segment

  • Thyme Sprig


    Honey-Thyme Syrup

  • ½ cup honey

  • ½ cup water

  • 3 sprigs of fresh thyme

Evan Wei-Haas

Evan has worked with numerous successful organizations and specializes in creative, cost effective digital solutions. He will communicate with you closely, every step of the way, and will obsessively work to ensure your success and confidence through beautiful, modern design.

http://www.weihaascreative.com
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