Nectarine Herb Spritz

Sweet, fresh nectarine paired with herbaceous thyme and mint, balanced with a touch of sweetness from simple syrup and a zing of tartness from lime juice. This Nectarine Herb Spritz is a delightful, refreshing cocktail perfect for warm summer days.

Nectarine Herb Spritz

A refreshing cocktail featuring nectarine, thyme, and mint with a hint of sweetness and tartness.

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Prep Time 7 mins
Total Time 7 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 nectarine, sliced and divided
  • 3 fresh mint leaves, plus additional for garnish
  • 5 sprigs thyme
  • Pinch of sugar
  • 1 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 oz rum
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • Lime club soda

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle together mint, thyme, and most of the nectarine slices (reserve one for garnish) with a pinch of sugar.
  2. Add ice to the shaker, then pour in the simple syrup, rum, and lime juice. Shake for 30 seconds.
  3. Fill a Collins glass with ice and pour the contents of the shaker into the glass.
  4. Top with lime club soda.
  5. Garnish with a mint stem and a slice of nectarine.