Russian Spring Punch

Vodka, lemon and blackcurrant liqueur form a shaken base that is lengthened with sparkling wine over ice. This single-serving adaptation measures the wine top-up so the final strength and volume are reproducible.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 25 ml Vodka
• 25 ml Fresh lemon juice
• 15 ml Crème de cassis blackcurrant liqueur
• 10 ml Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water by weight)
• 60 ml Chilled Prosecco
• 1 piece Lemon slice or wedge, for garnish
• 2 piece Fresh blackberry, for garnish

Instructions

1. Chill a highball glass and measure the ingredients.
2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
4. Strain into the chilled highball over fresh ice.
5. Add the measured chilled prosecco slowly and give one gentle stir.
6. Finish with two blackberries and a lemon slice and serve promptly.