The Apricot Cream Spritz is a silky, fruit-forward cocktail that combines apricot nectar and brandy with cream and sparkling wine, served over crushed ice for a light, refreshing aperitif.
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Place first 4 ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
Pour equal amounts into 6 large, red-wine glasses.
Add about 1/3 cup wine to each glass.
Stir gently.
Makes 6 servings.
Best served immediately after preparation. Batch the dairy and brandy mixture up to 4 hours ahead in the refrigerator; add sparkling wine and crushed ice just before serving.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · ice crusher or Lewis bag
Yes, substitute with regular brandy or cognac and add 1 tbsp apricot jam or apricot puree to maintain the apricot flavor.
Prosecco, Cava, or any dry to off-dry sparkling wine balances the sweetness of apricot and cream well.
Mix the milk, apricot nectar, and brandy in advance, but add sparkling wine and crushed ice just before serving to maintain carbonation and texture.
It's creamy from the milk but remains light and refreshing due to the sparkling wine and crushed ice—not heavy or dessert-like.
Use cold milk and combine it gently with the brandy and apricot nectar; avoid boiling or high-heat ingredients.
