Sip Into Summer With a Moscato Lemonade Recipe

Moscato Lemonade Contemporary Cocktail

Looking for a unique and delicious modern cocktail to enjoy this summer? Look no further than the Moscato Lemonade contemporary cocktail! This simple-to-create fusion of sweet Moscato wine and tart lemonade is sure to be an instant hit with your friends.

This refreshing drink has been around since the early 2000s, gaining popularity as bartenders began creating their own variations on the traditional Wine Spritzer. Although it’s unclear who first thought to combine Moscato and lemonade, this combination has become a classic in many bars across America.

With its sweetness from the Moscato and zing from freshly squeezed lemons, it’s easy to see why this drink has gained so much attention.

Today, you can find variations on this original recipe that incorporate different flavors such as fresh fruit or herbs like mint or basil. Whether you choose to stick with the simple classic version or try something new, one thing is certain – your guests will love sipping into summer with a delicious glass of Moscato Lemonade!

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Moscato Lemonade Recipe

Course: Drinks

Ingredients

• 3 ounces Moscato wine
• 2 ounces lemonade
• 1/2 ounce vodka optional
• Ice cubes

Instructions

• Fill a large glass halfway with ice cubes.
• Pour the Moscato, lemonade and vodka into the glass. Stir to combine.
• Garnish with a lemon wheel or wedge or mint leaves, if desired, and enjoy!

Glassware

The typical or usual glassware used for this delicious Moscato lemonade contemporary cocktail would be either a highball glass, hurricane glass, collins glass, or a stemmed wineglass. The highball and collins glasses are the most common types of glasses used for cocktails since they have tall sides that allow plenty of room to mix the ingredients together.

The hurricane and stemmed wineglass offer more elegance and sophistication on presentation when serving this particular drink. Additionally, if you want to make a pitcher full of the cocktail, you could use any large container with a spout such as an old-fashioned jug or carafe.

Flavors

Moscato lemonade is a refreshing and contemporary cocktail, perfect for hot summer days. Its base is made with sweet Moscato wine which has a light sweetness mixed with floral notes like honey, orange blossom, jasmine and peach. It also features tangy lemonade that provides an acidic balance to the sweetness of the Moscato.

This delicious cocktail also contains other flavor elements such as simple syrup and fresh mint leaves which add complexity to its delicate flavor profile. The simple syrup adds additional sweetness while the mint brings in an herbal aroma. Together these components create an incredibly thirst-quenching drink that can be enjoyed at any occasion – from backyard barbecues to pool parties.

3 tips for Making Your Moscato lemonade

• For a stronger drink, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of store-bought lemonade.
• If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add a teaspoon of simple syrup to the mix.
• Consider using flavored vodka (e.g., raspberry or citrus) for an interesting twist on this recipe!