Underwater Love

Ingredients

• 1/3 partDry vermouth
• 1/3 partCedrata (bottled Italian citrus drink)
• 1/3 partProsecco
• 1 sliceLemon
• As neededIce

Instructions

1. 1

   Fill the glass

   Fill a cocktail glass with ice.

2. 2

   Add vermouth

   Pour the dry vermouth into the glass.

3. 3

   Add Cedrata

   Pour in the Cedrata.

4. 4

   Add Prosecco

   Pour in the Prosecco.

5. 5

   Stir gently

   Stir the drink gently.

6. 6

   Add lemon

   Garnish with the lemon slice.

7. 7

   Serve

   Enjoy!

What is Underwater Love?

This is a sparkling aperitif-style cocktail combining dry vermouth, Prosecco and Cedrata, a bottled Italian citrus drink. The recipe gives the ingredients in equal parts, so the precise strength and sweetness depend on the products and serving size you choose.

The method is a simple build in the glass rather than a shaken cocktail. Adding the sparkling ingredients last and stirring gently helps keep some of their fizz.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 75 calories, 0g protein, 8g carbs, 0g fat.

The Prosecco and vermouth contribute most of the alcohol-derived energy, while Cedrata contributes most of the sugars and carbohydrates; the lemon adds very little. Serve alongside a savoury snack or a meal with vegetables and a source of protein to make a more balanced occasion.

Choosing the ingredients

Dry vermouth: its herbal, dry character balances the citrus and sweetness of the other ingredients.

Cedrata: use the bottled Italian citrus drink specified; it brings the cocktail's citrus flavour and sweetness.

Prosecco: chilled Prosecco makes the drink refreshing and sparkling. Open it just before pouring to retain its bubbles.

Build it over ice

Ice first: fill the cocktail glass before adding the liquids so the drink chills as you build it.

Pour in order: add the vermouth, Cedrata and Prosecco separately, as directed. The recipe uses equal parts of each, but does not specify a volume for a part.

Stir lightly: a gentle stir combines the ingredients without needlessly knocking the fizz out of the Prosecco.

Serve while sparkling

This drink needs no cooking or advance preparation, though the stated total time is 70 minutes. For the freshest texture, assemble it shortly before serving and use cold ingredients.

The finished cocktail should be cold and lightly fizzy, with the lemon slice adding a fresh citrus aroma. Avoid stirring vigorously.

Pairing and serving

Serve it as an aperitif alongside savoury nibbles such as olives, salted nuts or crisp appetisers. Their savoury flavours work well with the citrus and bubbles.

The recipe specifies one lemon slice as a garnish. Add it to the glass just before serving so its aroma is noticeable.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the Prosecco and Cedrata before making the drink.
• Use a glass with enough room for both the drink and ice.
• Pour the Prosecco slowly to help preserve its bubbles.
• Stir gently once the ingredients are in the glass.
• Add the lemon slice just before serving.

Variations

• More citrus: add an extra lemon slice as a garnish.
• Less sweet: use a smaller share of Cedrata and adjust the other ingredients to taste.
• More vermouth: increase the dry vermouth share for a more herbal profile.
• No ice: chill the ingredients thoroughly and serve without ice.
• Smaller serve: keep the equal-part ratio and reduce the quantity of each ingredient.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Warm ingredients: chill the bottles first so the cocktail is refreshing.
• Vigorous stirring: stir gently to keep more of the Prosecco's fizz.
• Adding Prosecco first: follow the recipe's order and pour it after the vermouth and Cedrata.
• Guessing the proportions: choose a consistent measure for each part, since the recipe does not give a volume.
• Leaving out the ice: fill the glass with ice as the method directs.

How to store

This cocktail is best made and served immediately, as it loses its fizz when stored. Keep the bottles chilled before mixing; do not store the assembled drink for later.

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