This pretty, festive, and fun sparkling Earl Grey Spritzer is the perfect drink for a party or bridal shower, or even a delightful just-because pick-me-up.
Earl Grey Spritzer
Earl Grey Spritzers are elegant, beautiful, and easy to make. It's like taking your iced tea to a whole new level of fun and delicious. They're made with an Earl Grey tea-infused simple syrup and sparkling wine, served in a pretty glass (like a Champagne flute) with a lemon slice.
Earl Grey Spritzers are great to serve at bridal showers and events because they're so dainty and pretty, but they're also simple enough to make at home.
What Kind of Wine to Use
The syrup used to flavor the drink is very sweet. It's a simple syrup, meaning it's concentrated sugar water. So we really don't want too much sweetness in the wine or it will be too much.
Choose a dry white sparkling wine or Champagne.
How to Make an Earl Grey Spritzer Mocktail
Making a non-alcoholic, or virgin, mocktail version of this drink is so simple. Simply use plain club soda or lemon flavored club soda instead of the sparkling wine.
Can I Use Other Kinds of Tea?
Yes! I made this same exact recipe (the mocktail version, as it was a church event) for my sister's bridal shower, except I used lavender tea. It was beautiful, and I got SO MANY compliments on how delicious it was!
Can I Make Earl Grey Spritzer Ahead of Time?
The syrup can be made ahead and kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days before the event. Assemble drinks just before serving.
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Earl Grey Spritzer
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- Champagne or sparkling white wine very cold
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, dissolve sugar into water. Reduce heat to low and cook until mixture turns syrupy, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Place the tea bags in the saucepan and let the mixture come to room temperature. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the cold Earl Grey simple syrup into each glass or Champagne flute.
- Fill remaining glass with Champagne or sparkling wine, about ½ cup.
- Garnish with a thin slice of lemon.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can make the syrup ahead of time, but keep separate from the sparkling wine or soda. After cooling, store syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Natalie says
Oh how easy. Looks refreshing and lovely. I'm going to make this for sure. Have all the ingredients at home right now.
Tara says
Such a fun and festive drink! Those flavors sound absolutely fantastic. Definitely the perfect option for parties and celebrations.
Michelle says
My absolutely favourite tea is earl grey so I cannot wait to give this a try! Looks incredibly refreshing!
Suja MD says
Outstanding recipe thanks so much! tasted so much good!
Claudia Lamascolo says
What a refreshing spritzer and I just love them going to try this earl grey version
MJ says
I was having friends over for brunch and needed a new cocktail. This was amazing! Will definitely make it again.
Beth says
Thank you for including a mocktail option. Cool & refreshing - perfect all summer long!
Colleen says
I love this idea! I'm going to make the mocktail version to take along boating. Thanks for sharing!
Sara Welch says
Such a unique and tasty drink with the right amount of kick ! Easily, a new favorite drink, that's perfect for parties!
Holley says
I love Earl Grey! This spritzer is a real game changer! YUM!
Mirlene says
This drink was fun to make! I had my gals over one weekend and we drank this like it was water. Then we were a lil tipsy afterwards.
Liza says
What an absolutely beautiful cocktail! The flavor pairing of Earl Grey tea with citrus and bubbles is amazing!
Nathan says
I never would've thought to combine Earl Grey tea with champagne, but it's a really delightful and refreshing combination! Love having a mocktail option as well. I would definitely make this drink again.
Tayler Ross says
I made these last weekend and everyone loved them! The earl grey flavor is so unexpected and fun!
Suja md says
One of my favorites! These looks absolutely great! can't wait to try!
Gina Abernathy says
A refreshing drink. I'm having a paint party on Saturday and plan to serve this as an option.