Where to Find the Best Spritz Cocktails around Australia for Summer
The sensational spritz was invented in Italy late 19th century. Today, the wine-based cocktail is celebrated worldwide for its refreshing mouthfeel. Traditionally made bitter thanks to Aperol or Campari, the spritz can also be sweetened-up with liqueurs and other punchy sprits.
Here in Australia, the spritz has recently taken the spotlight as a summer favourite. And although you can find plenty of bars that recreate the original recipe, there are only a few that can concoct something truly creative. This is where we come in.
In this guide we’ve toured around and tasted our way through the best spritzes around Australia. The perfect solution for our scorching summer, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with our favourite wine cocktail in hand!
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Forget the seventh wonder of the ancient world, let us transport your tastebuds to an enchanting place where fine dining Middle Eastern fare can be found right in the heart of Brisbane. This is Babylon. The Eagle Street establishment is a true marvel thanks to its three levels complete with bars, terraces and vibrant dining spaces. If you’ve shimmied your way over here for a spritz, you’ll be smiling at their charming collection. The Antalya Spritz is a top contender!Read more -
Sitting on York Street in Sydney’s CBD is one of our all-time favourite rooftop bars, The Rook. Operating under Australian Venue Co., this hidden gem is perfect for after-work drinks or weekend celebrations with friends. If you’re salivating for a spritz, here you’ll have five to choose from including classics like the Aperol Spritz and Hugo Spritz. However, for something new, try The Rook’s Have A Rosey Day which is made with dry vermouth, lychee liqueur, rose syrup and lemon.Read more -
Tucked on Peel Street in Adelaide’s CBD is an award-winning cocktail bar that is sure to spruce up your summer season, Paloma Bar and Pantry. Open Wednesday to Saturday, Paloma Bar is a place where premium drinks are served alongside refined snacks. Unlike others featured on this list, Paloma Bar and Pantry only has three spritzes to choose from. And although their selection is small, they certainly pack a punch. Take the Santo Spritz made with grappa, citrus and prosecco.Read more -
It's perfect for celebrating in style, from a cosy garden date to a private-room gathering of ten.You need to try the 24-hour slow-cooked lamb shoulder - a must-order to share.Look out for the front garden and back deck draped in fairy lights, perfect for a vino under the night sky.Read moreIf you’re searching for a place where you can wash down a superb spritz and enjoy a meticulously crafted menu, wander your way over to The Bridge House in North Fremantle. Set in a former 1920s cottage, today the fairy light laden restaurant sparks up a crowd thanks to their masterfully European and Australian inspired cuisine. And, although their Margaret River Wagyu Picanha served with roasted bone marrow and red wine jus is simply divine, their Limoncello Spritz is unparalleled. Although the summer staple sip isn’t their specialty, it is still worth the journey in our opinion.
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It's perfect for pizza purists and vino lovers who know what’s good.You need to try the wood-fired Diavola or truffle mushroom pizza.Look out for the Limoncello spritz on tap and the buzzing laneway energyRead moreIt makes perfect sense that one of Melbourne’s best Italian restaurants would also be the go-to spot for a spritz cocktail this summer. Enter Fitzroy’s Ladro. For over 20 years the team at the Gertrude Street sanctuary have been serving, swirling and spritzing up the tastebuds of curious cocktail connoisseurs. With five spritzes to choose from – Limoncello, Venetian Green, Aperol, Montenegro and Hugo – Ladro welcomes guests to take a wander through their pizza and pasta offerings too. Try the Focaccia, the slow cooked Pappardelle Ragu and, if there’s room for more, their iconic Tiramisu.