Agave Spritz
A light sparkling highball with tequila or mezcal, aperitivo, and soda.
Base spirit
Tequila
Style
Spritz
Glassware
Wine glass
Technique
Build
The Agave Spritz stretches tequila or mezcal with bitter aperitivo and sparkling water or Prosecco. It is lower-intensity than a margarita and suited to daytime hosting. Smoke is optional depending on whether mezcal or tequila leads.
Did you know?
“Agave spritzes followed the spritz boom as bars looked for lighter tequila serves beyond margaritas and palomas.”
Source:Modern spritz and agave menu practice
Bartender's Note
Blanco tequila keeps it bright; a splash of mezcal can add smoke without taking over.
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How to make the Agave Spritz
- 1Fill a wine glass with ice
- 2Add tequila and Aperol
- 3Top with Prosecco and soda
- 4Garnish with an orange peel
