Spritzing Across America: 50 Spritz Cocktail Recipes Inspired by the States

Lazy sunny days, balmy evenings and hot weather galore—summer is officially spritz season, whether you prefer the bittersweet flavors of Aperol and Campari or the fabulous florals of a Hugo. While these tried-and-true classics are staples in our rotation of refreshing summer spritzes, the drinks world is loaded with stellar liqueurs for all your spritzing needs. And for National Spritz Day (August 1), what better way to celebrate than with 50 spritzes for all 50 states to see you through to the end of summer?

How to Make a Spritz

The secret to a standout spritz is quality ingredients, which boils down to a great bottle of dry Prosecco and an excellent liqueur. The two should marry a touch of bitterness with complex botanicals.

Ratio-wise, it couldn’t be simpler. Third-generation chef Joe Isidori of New York City’s hotspot Arthur & Sons goes by a 3-2-1 rule. “I go classic: 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts liqueur, 1 part soda. That’s your sweet spot,” he says. “You want the bubbles and booze to play nice together but never let one overpower the other.” Temperature matters too. Joe recommends building your spritz over ice, gently stirring and keeping the drink cold.

Let’s talk garnishes. Fresh is typically best—this goes for both fruit and herbs, although dried citrus wheels make a gorgeous addition to these vibrant tipples (and a great excuse to use your dehydrator). “They’re not just for the ‘gram,” says Joe. “They all add aromatics that hit you before the first sip. A good garnish should complement the ingredients and enhance the experience.” Pick up on flavors in the liqueur like we see with orange and Aperol, or go with complementary flavors à la fresh mint leaves in a Hugo spritz.

50 Spritzes for 50 States

Below, I’ve created some basic formulas for making a spritz cocktail based on special liqueurs or flavors from each state. Choose your favorite stemmed cocktail glass, use your prettiest ice cube molds, and spritz away!

West

Alaska Spritz: Prosecco + Pacific Rim Salmonberry Liqueur + Soda + Berries

Arizona Spritz: Prosecco + 505 Spirits Purple People Eater Prickly Pear Liqueur + Soda + Lemon

California Spritz: Prosecco + Greenbar Distillery California Poppy Amaro + Soda

Colorado Spritz: Prosecco + Leopold Bros. Three Chamber Peach Liqueur + Soda + Rosemary sprigs

Hawaii Spritz: Prosecco + Heirloom Liqueurs Pineapple Amaro + Soda + Pineapple wedge + Mint leaves

Idaho Spritz: Prosecco + 44 North Huckleberry Cream Liqueur + Soda + Berries

Montana Spritz: Prosecco + Glacier Distilling Co. Huckleberry Liqueur + Soda + Berries

Nevada Spritz: Prosecco + Ferino Amer + Soda + Orange

New Mexico Spritz: Prosecco + Grove Street Hatch Chile Liqueur + Soda + Lime

Oregon Spritz: Prosecco + Clear Creek Marionberry Liqueur + Soda + Blackberries

Utah Spritz: Prosecco + Ogden’s Own Underground Liqueur + Soda + Orange

Washington Spritz: Prosecco + Whidbey Blackberry Liqueur + Soda + Blackberries + Mint leaves

Wyoming Spritz: Prosecco + Mt. Defiance Cassis Liqueur + Soda + Mint leaves

Midwest

Illinois Spritz: Prosecco + Jeppson’s Malört + Soda + Red grapefruit

Indiana Spritz: Prosecco + Apologue Persimmon Liqueur + Soda + Orange

Iowa Spritz: Prosecco + Revelton Mulberry Flavored Gin + Soda + Berries + Mint leaves

Kansas Spritz: Prosecco + Wood Hat Black Walnut Liqueur + Soda + Apple

Michigan Spritz: Prosecco + Long Road Distillers Michigan Cherry Liqueur + Soda + Red cherries + Thyme sprigs

Minnesota Spritz: Prosecco + Vikre Apertivo Classico + Soda + Orange

Missouri Spritz: Prosecco + J. Rieger Caffe Amaro + Soda + Lemon

Nebraska Spritz: Prosecco + Sweet Blondie’s Butter Brickle Liqueur + Soda

North Dakota Spritz: Prosecco + Willie’s Distillery Choke Cherry Liqueur + Soda

Ohio Spritz: Prosecco + Munyon’s Paw Paw + Soda + Lemon

South Dakota Spritz: Prosecco + Apologue Aronia Liqueur + Soda + Berries

Wisconsin Spritz: Prosecco + Great Lakes Distillery Good Land Cranberry Liqueur + Cranberries + Rosemary sprigs

Northeast

Connecticut Spritz: Prosecco + Wild Moon Birch Liqueur + Soda + Cranberries

Maine Spritz: Prosecco + Blueshine Blueberry Liquor + Soda + Blueberries

Massachusetts Spritz: Prosecco + GrandTen Craneberry Liqueur + Soda + Cranberries + Lavender

New Hampshire Spritz: Prosecco + Devil’s Footprint Apple Liqueur + Soda + Apples + Thyme sprigs

New Jersey Spritz: Prosecco + Blue Rascal Blueberry Liqueur + Soda + Blueberries + Mint leaves

New York Spritz: Prosecco + Empire Apple Liqueur + Soda + Apple + Cinnamon stick

Pennsylvania Spritz: Prosecco + Dr. McGillicuddy’s Root Beer Liqueur + Soda + Mint leaves

Rhode Island Spritz: Prosecco + Boston Harbor Distillery Coffee Liqueur + Soda + Lemon

Vermont Spritz: Prosecco + Snow Farm Distillery Maple Liqueur + Soda + Rosemary sprigs

South

Alabama Spritz: Prosecco + Praline Pecan Liqueur + Soda + Lemon

Arkansas Spritz: Prosecco + Cazottes Liqueur de Tomates + Soda + Basil leaves

Delaware Spritz: Prosecco + Daytrip Peach Amaro + Soda + Peach + Mint leaves

Florida Spritz: Prosecco + J. F. Hayden’s Orange Liqueur + Soda + Orange

Georgia Spritz: Prosecco + Blended Family Peach No. 4 Liqueur + Soda + Peach + Rosemary sprigs

Kentucky Spritz: Prosecco + Five Springs Honey Sage Bourbon + Soda + Mint leaves

Louisiana Spritz: Prosecco + Southern Comfort + Soda + Lime

Maryland Spritz: Prosecco + Don Ciccio & Figli Cinque Aperitivo Bianco + Soda + Lemon

Mississippi Spritz: Prosecco + Cathead Distillery Hoodoo Chicory Liqueur + Soda + Apple + Lemon

North Carolina Spritz: Prosecco + Corbin Cash Sweet Potato Liqueur + Soda + Lemon + Rosemary sprigs

Oklahoma Spritz: Prosecco + American Fruits Strawberry Liqueur + Soda + Strawberries + Mint leaves

South Carolina Spritz: Prosecco + High Wire Distilling Co. Southern Amaro Liqueur + Soda + Tangerine + Mint leaves

Tennessee Spritz: Prosecco + Liba Spirits Terrativo Bourbon Liqueur + Soda + Blood orange

Texas Spritz: Prosecco + Rio Grande Grapefruit Liqueur + Soda + Red grapefruit

Virginia Spritz: Prosecco + Phantom V Apple Orchard Liqueur + Soda + Sage leaves

West Virginia Spritz: Prosecco + Eda Rhyne Amaro Flora Herbal Mountain Bitter + Soda + Orange + Thyme sprigs