There’s something magical about late summer when gardens and farmers markets are overflowing with juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes. While most people think of fresh salads or homemade sauces, we love turning the season’s bounty into something unexpected: a refreshing Tomato Spritz. This vibrant cocktail blends sweet cherry tomatoes with elderflower liqueur and bubbly prosecco, making it the perfect sip to close out summer in style.
Recipe: Tomato Spritz
Makes 1 drink
Ingredients:
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3–4 oz prosecco, chilled
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½ oz elderflower liqueur
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1–2 oz tomato syrup
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Garnish: 2 cherry tomatoes
Tomato Simple Syrup:
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup sugar
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1 cup water
Directions:
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Make the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and halved tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Strain if desired.
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Mix the cocktail: Fill a shaker with ice, add the tomato syrup and elderflower liqueur, and shake until chilled.
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Finish: Strain into a glass, top with chilled prosecco, and garnish with cherry tomatoes.
The result? A sparkling, slightly sweet drink with a subtle garden-fresh twist that captures the essence of summer.
Tips for Making the Most of Tomato Season
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Dry Before You Sip: After rinsing your cherry tomatoes, set them on your Dorai Dish Drying Stone. Its quick-drying surface helps prevent lingering moisture on your produce and keeps your counters fresh and clean.
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Serve in Style: Elevate your cocktail hour by placing your glass on our new Dorai Square Coasters. Designed to protect surfaces while drying fast, they’re a modern upgrade from traditional coasters—especially when condensation is inevitable on a spritz.
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Batch It: Hosting friends? Multiply the recipe and serve in a pitcher. The tomato syrup keeps well in the fridge for a few days, making it easy to mix up spritzes at a moment’s notice.
Celebrate the Season
Tomato season won’t last forever, but a simple, refreshing drink like the Tomato Spritz makes the most of the fleeting harvest. Pair it with good company, warm evenings, and the satisfaction of enjoying nature’s best—clean counters and protected tables courtesy of Dorai included.