Cherry Spritz

CHERRY SPRITZ

Ratafia Rossi La Rossa is a premium Italian aperitif cherry wine from Piedmont built on a base of Barbera d’Asti DOCG and aged brandies. Pairing its rich, tannic dark fruit and chinotto peel notes with the crisp, organic green apple brightness of Codorníu Ecológica Cava creates an elegant, perfectly balanced bittersweet spritz.

• • 60ml (2 oz) Ratafia Rossi La Rossa
  • 90ml (3 oz) Codorníu Ecológica Brut Cava (chilled)
  • 30ml (1 oz) Premium club soda (to open up the aromatics)
  • Garnish: 1-2 fresh or Amarena cherries and an orange peel twist
  • Ice: High-quality, large ice cubes 

1. Chill the glassware: Fill a large, stemmed wine glass completely with large ice cubes.
2. Pour the aperitif: Measure and add 60ml of Ratafia Rossi over the ice, allowing its cherry and dark fig aromas to release.
3. Add the sparkle: Gently pour in 90ml of Codorníu Ecológica to preserve the delicate, fine bubbles of the Cava.
4. Top and lengthen: Finish with a splash (30ml) of premium club soda.
5. Express and garnish: Give the drink one gentle fold with a bar spoon. Twist a strip of orange peel over the top to express the essential oils, drop it into the glass, and garnish with fresh cherries on a cocktail pick.