This Prosecco cocktail is sophisticated and classy, with citrus notes from Grand Marnier and lots of bubbles. Perfect for parties and celebrations!
Got a bottle of Prosecco you want to make even better? Try this Prosecco cocktail. It’s classy and sophisticated, pairing the citrus notes of Grand Marnier with lots of bubbles. Add an orange twist and it’s a fancy cocktail that takes only minutes to make! Alex and I made this one with an extra bottle from making our Prosecco mimosas (highly recommend!). It’s almost an evening version of a mimosa: strong on the citrus but with an “after 4 pm” vibe. Ready to get drinking?
What’s in this Prosecco cocktail?
This Prosecco cocktail is one idea of hundreds on how to use a bottle of this Italian champagne to make a mixed drink. Why drink Prosecco over champagne? It’s a little sweeter than champagne and has bigger bubbles. The flavor is more nuanced: you’ll get notes of apple, pear and lemon. It’s such a treat! Prosecco is a little cheaper than champagne; it’s usually about $15 per bottle. Here’s what’s in this easy Prosecco cocktail:
- Prosecco
- Grand Marnier
- Lemon juice
How to make a Prosecco cocktail
The recipe here literally could not be easier. All you have to do is mix Grand Marnier and lemon juice in a champagne flute, then add the Prosecco and let the bubbles begin. No fancy tools like a cocktail shaker needed! You don’t want to disturb those beautiful bubbles!
What’s Grand Marnier?
You’ll notice Grand Marnier brings the an orange scent to this Prosecco cocktail. But what is it? Grand Marnier is a French blend of cognac and bitter orange liqueur. The bottle you’ll typically see is actually called Cordon Rouge: that’s the Grand Marnier brand’s most popular product. Grand Marnier can also be used as a generic term for orange liqueur. (Yes, it’s confusing.)
What does Grand Marnier taste like? You’ll taste bitter orange and brandy, and then backend notes of vanilla and oak. (Source.) It’s perfect for adding a bit of sophistication to this Prosecco cocktail. It’s absolutely worth snagging a bottle. You can also use it to make our Cadillac Margarita (so good!).
Garnish with an orange twist
The finishing touch to this Prosecco cocktail: an orange twist garnish! It’s not necessary, but it makes the presentation stunning. Not sure how to make one? Alex came up with an easy method where you don’t even need a fancy zesting tool. You can make it with just a knife! Our instructions are for making a lemon twist, but it works for orange and lime as well. Go to How to Make a Lemon Twist.
More easy Prosecco cocktails!
Not sure whether you want to commit to this Prosecco cocktail? Here are a few more of our favorites that might strike your fancy!
This St Germain Prosecco cocktail is sophisticated and refreshing: floral, botanical, tangy, and bubbly all at once. St Germain is a liqueur made with elderflowers, the small white flowers of an elderberry plant. This bottle of fancy liqueur should be part of your alcohol arsenal: it's perfect for cocktails of all kinds!
Made with: St Germain, gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, Prosecco
Here’s a Prosecco cocktail that’s full of beautiful fresh flavor: the peach Bellini! The bellini is a classic cocktail that comes from Italy. The combination of bubbly Prosecco and sweet peaches couldn’t be more refreshing! It’s ideal in the summer during peach season, as a signature drink for cocktail hour. And of course, it’s natural for brunch like its cousin the mimosa. Luckily, you can use either fresh or frozen peaches: so you can make it anytime!
Bubbly, citrusy, herbal, subtly bitter and lightly sweet…it's the Aperol spritz! This drink is renowned the world over, reaching max popularity in the 2000’s. But did you know it’s actually a classic cocktail from the 1950’s? This Italian cocktail has been capturing hearts and minds for years. Made the right way: it’s absolutely worth the hype. Also try: Amaro Spritz or Campari Spritz.
Made with: Aperol, champagne, soda water
A gin Prosecco cocktail is actually a French 75! It’s tangy, bubbly, and a bit botanical. Perfect for entertaining, use it as a brunch drink or a dinner party with friends. Really, any occasion is better with this drink in hand! The flavors are simple and classy.
Made with: Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, Prosecco
Perhaps the most famous bubbly drink is the mimosa! How to make a perfect mimosa? Use Prosecco instead of champagne for a sweeter, nuanced flavor. Use it with a heavy hand, and add a dash of orange liqueur. It’s tart, just sweet enough, and bubbly as all get out.
Also try: Pineapple Mimosa, Cranberry Mimosa or Apple Cider Mimosa
Made with: Prosecco, orange juice, Cointreau
This Italian Prosecco cocktail is a spin-off on the Aperol spritz and even better, in our opinion. It’s made with delicate floral elderflower liqueur and bubbly Prosecco, which compliment each other perfectly. The bubbly combination transports you right to Northern Italy, where this cocktail was born and is popular to this day.
Want an easy Prosecco cocktail that’s festive and sophisticated? There’s nothing better than a Kir Royale! This famous French cocktail stars black currant liqueur and sparkling wine: and the berries and bubbles suit each other perfectly. The best cocktail recipes are simple perfection, and there’s nothing better than this 2 ingredient combination. Here’s the backstory behind this famous drink, and a few tricks to making the very best Kir Royale.
Meet the Negroni sbagliato, a “mixed up” version of the classic cocktail using sparkling wine instead of gin! The lightly sweet champagne against the bitter Campari and sweet vermouth makes for a better balanced flavor than with gin. Who can’t resist a little bubbly?
Made with: Campari, Prosecco, sweet vermouth
This cranberry Prosecco cocktail has a brilliant color and cozy vibe, and the flavor is tart and refreshing. It uses only a few simple ingredients. Make sure to find 100% cranberry juice for this one, not sweetened.
Made with: Cranberry juice, Cointreau, Prosecco
When to serve a Prosecco cocktail
This Prosecco cocktail is festive and makes any occasion more celebratory! Here are some great times to serve it:
- New Year’s Eve drink
- Holiday drink
- Bridal shower, bachelorette party or girls night drink
- Celebration drink (you got that job or promotion, had a baby, etc!)
- Romantic dinner or dinner party drink
Prosecco Cocktail
(19 votes, average: 4.37 out of 5)
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Prosecco cocktail is sophisticated and classy, with citrus notes and lots of bubbles. It’s easy to whip up for parties and celebrations!
Ingredients
- 4 ounces (1/2 cup) Prosecco
- 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) Grand Marnier
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Garnish: orange twist
Instructions
- Add the Grand Marnier and lemon juice to a champagne flute and swirl to combine.
- Tilt the glass at an angle and pour in the Prosecco. Garnish with an orange twist.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Poured
- Cuisine: Cocktails
Keywords: Prosecco cocktail
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About the Authors
Sonja Overhiser
Cookbook Author and writer
Sonja Overhiser is author of Pretty Simple Cooking, named one of the best healthy cookbooks of 2018. She’s host of the food podcast Small Bites and founder of the food blog A Couple Cooks. Featured from the TODAY Show to Bon Appetit, Sonja seeks to inspire adventurous eating to make the world a better place one bite at a time.
Alex Overhiser
Cookbook Author and photographer
Alex Overhiser is an acclaimed food photographer and author based in Indianapolis. He’s host of the food podcast Small Bites and founder of the recipe website A Couple Cooks. Featured from the TODAY Show to Bon Appetit, Alex is author of Pretty Simple Cooking, named one of the best vegetarian cookbooks by Epicurious.
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