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If you love a refreshing spritz as much as I do, you have to try this Apple Cider Spritz! It’s light, crisp, and made with fresh apple cider—basically fall in a glass.
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Pin ItFall is officially here—bring on the cooler temps, cozy vibes, and all things apple cider! I love pairing this cocktail with my apple cider donuts for the ultimate autumn treat.
This year, I’m mixing up our go-to seasonal sip: the Apple Cider Spritz. It’s made with Lillet, fresh lemon juice, apple cider, and bubbly Prosecco. Light, crisp, and super refreshing—perfect for those sunny fall afternoons when you want something festive but not too heavy.
If you love apple cider cocktails as much as I do, don’t miss my full roundup of apple cider cocktails—including favorites like these Apple Cider Moscow Mules and my cozy Lavender Apple Vodka Cocktail.
And if you’re hosting, my Fall Sangria is another festive favorite. This Apple Cider Spritz is simple, elegant, and perfect for everything from porch hangs to Thanksgiving dinner.
Apple Cider Spritz Ingredient Notes
Lillet Rose – You can use rose or Blanco for this recipe. This sweet liqueur pairs perfectly with apple juice and Prosecco.
Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice is always the best.
Apple Cider – You can find apple cider at most grocery stores.
Prosecco – Use any type of Prosecco for this recipe. It doesn’t need to be fancy. We love Riondo for this.
Bitters – A dash of bitters is what we use for this. We use lavender bitters that taste really good. You can use any bitters you have.
How to Make An Apple Cider Spritz
1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
2. Add a splash of Lillet Blanc, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some fresh apple cider.
3. Add a few drops of bitters.
4. Top it off with chilled Prosecco.
5. Give it a quick stir, garnish if you’d like, and enjoy every fall-filled sip!
Recipe Tips
One bottle of Prosecco goes a long way! This recipe uses about 3 ounces per drink, so you’ll get roughly 8 cocktails from one bottle.
Like it sweeter? Add a little extra Lillet Blanc for a smooth, floral sweetness.
Prefer it drier? Top it with a bit more Prosecco to balance the sweetness.
Boost the apple flavor by adding more apple cider—it makes the drink feel extra cozy and seasonal.
Make it lighter with a splash of club soda for a super refreshing spritz.
Frequently Asked Questions
A good alternative to Lillet is St. Germain or an Elderflower Liqueur. You can also use an apple liqueur for this recipe too.
You can use sparkling white wine if you don’t have Prosecco on hand. Prosecco is sweeter and we like it better for this drink as there is no additional sugar added. If you use white wine it will be less sweet.
More Spritz Recipes
Also, check out all of my spritz recipes and the best fall cocktail recipes! And if you’re looking for more effortless recipes, check out our favorite mixed drinks you can make at home.
If you make this spritz, I’d love to hear what you think—leave a review below and let me know how you served it!
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Apple Cider Spritz
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Lillet
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 2 ounces apple cider
- 3 ounces Prosecco
- 3 drops bitters
Instructions
- Fill a wine glass with ice.
- Add Lillet Blanc, lemon juice, and apple cider to the glass.
- Add 3 drops (or dashes) bitters
- Top with Prosecco.
Notes
- This recipe uses about 3 ounces of Prosecco per drink—so one bottle makes around 8 spritzes.
- For a sweeter spritz, add a splash more Lillet Blanc.
- Want it less sweet? Top it with a little extra Prosecco.
- To boost the apple flavor, add more fresh apple cider.
- For a lighter drink, finish it with a splash of club soda.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
