In Search of the Ultimate Spritz
We asked 10 of America’s best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the spritz—and then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.
- story: Robert Simonson
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Doppio Spritz
Two types of Italian aperitivo are the key to this winning recipe.
- story: tatiana_b
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Basil Spritz
Basil leaves give this spritz a fresh, herbal kick.
- story: tatiana_b
- photo: Alexa Bendek
Ten Essential Modern Spritzes
From a low-proof spin on the Mai Tai to an alpine-inspired twist and more.
- story: Punch Staff
- photo: Lizzie Munro
What We’re Into Right Now
A monthly installment covering what, where and how the editors of PUNCH are drinking. This month, a pét-nat spritz, a craft beer standby, New Cali rosé and more.
- story: Punch Staff
- photo: Lizzie Munro
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How to #SpritzFrench: Official Rules
Join PUNCH and St-Germain in finding the archetypical French spritz recipe—could it be yours?
- story: Punch Staff
- photos: Lizzie Munro
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Petit Fleur
St-Germain forms the backbone of this aperitif as bitter and citrus elements complement the aromatics of the base liqueur.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photo: Dylan + Jeni
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Five Modern Riffs on the Classic Aperol Spritz
Bartenders are taking the classic Aperol Spritz in new directions. Here, five riffs on the iconic cocktail, from one spiked with cachaça to another topped with Coconut LaCroix.
- story: Punch Staff
- photo: Lizzie Munro
Mai Tai Spritz
Martin Cate’s spritz-ified Mai Tai pares down the rum content in lieu of a Champagne topper in a nod to Trader Vic’s French heritage.
- story: Talia Baiocchi
- photo: Dylan + Jeni
Clacson Spritz
A signature aperitif-inspired, low-proof drink from Eric Alperin and Richard Boccato.
- story: Chloe Frechette
- photo: Lizzie Munro
