As the days grow longer and the blossoms begin to unfurl, there’s no better way to toast to the beauty of spring than with a refreshing wine cocktail. This season calls for vibrant flavors, zesty aromas, and a touch of creativity, inviting us to swap our heavy winter drinks for something light and invigorating.
Whether you’re hosting a garden party, enjoying a lazy afternoon on the patio, or simply looking to elevate your weekday unwind, our collection of perfect wine cocktails for springtime is here to inspire your next happy hour. From fruity spritzes to herbal infusions, each recipe celebrates the essence of spring and promises to delight your taste buds.
Strawberry Lemon Smash
This recipe features sparkling wine! We suggest our Brut Champagne, Perennial (low calorie option), or our Sweet Nancie sparkling wine for those that like it sweet!
Ingredients
- 4-5 fresh strawberries diced
- 2 lemon wedges
- 2 oz. lemon simple syrup
- Sparkling wine
- Ice
- Additional sliced strawberry and lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions
- To create the simple syrup, combine water, sugar, and lemon in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, until sugar has melted. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the syrup to cool and infuse.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon wedges into the bottom of a stemless wineglass, mason jar or tumbler.
- Add the diced strawberries to the lemon juice and muddle (crush) them thoroughly.
- Pour in the simple syrup and stir to combine.
- Add ice to the glass, then fill with sparkling wine.
- Stir to combine, then garnish with a strawberry and lemon wheels.
Berry Moscato Mule Wine Cocktail
This wine cocktail stands out with its charming white wine foundation. We recommend using our Braganini Reserve Harvest Select Mountain Road Riesling for a subtly sweet twist, or opt for the Braganini Reserve Mountain Road Riesling, Reserve Riesling, and Reserve Pinot Grigio for exceptional dry choices that are packed with delightful fruity flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh berries, divided (we used blackberries, blueberries and strawberries)
- 8 ounces white wine
- 1 bottle ginger beer
- 2 lime wedges
- 2 sprigs mint
- Ice
Instructions
- Set a few of the berries aside to garnish the cocktails. Place the remaining berries in a bowl and muddle them together to release their juices. Allow the berries to sit for at least 5 minutes.
- Split the berry mixture evenly between two copper mugs or cocktail glasses.
- Add 4 ounces of wine to each cocktail, top with ice, and stir to combine.
- Fill each glass with ginger beer and top each with a lime wedge, mint and reserved berries. Serve and enjoy.
Lemon Rosemary Ginger White Wine Spritzer
This is a great recipe to try with a white wine blend! We suggest our Coastline White Blend is a nice, crisp dry blend or our Blue Heron is a great semi-sweet white blend.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white wine
- 4 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 3 teaspoons rosemary and ginger infused simple syrup
- Club soda
- Fresh thyme sprig for serving
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- To create the simple syrup, combine water, sugar, ginger and rosemary in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, until sugar has melted. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the syrup to cool and infuse.
- Place wine in a glass, and add lemon juice, fresh ginger and simple syrup.
- Adjust ingredients according to taste.
- Top with club soda and serve with ice and a fresh rosemary or thyme sprig.
We hope you enjoy one of these delightful wine cocktails as you enjoy the arrival of a new spring season. Craving a fantastic cocktail but prefer to skip the preparation? Visit one of our tasting rooms! Our wine consultants and mixologists are constantly creating delicious cocktails that you can enjoy right away. Whether you choose to craft your own at home or indulge in a custom cocktail made just for you, let’s raise a glass to this season of renewal together!
