How to Make a Refreshing Melon Liqueur Spritz

April 24, 2025

Your New Go-To Cocktail That Screams Summer: Melon Liqueur Spritz

Picture this. It's a sunny weekend arvo, the barbie's already sizzling away, and your mates are slowly filtering in—thirsty, chatty, and ready for a good time. You've already done your part. Out of your homebrew stash comes a jug of something unexpected... a light green, fizzy concoction that smells like fruit salad and good memories. One sip and the compliments roll in. "Mate, what's in this?"

You smile. "That's my Melon Liqueur Spritz. Made it myself."

If you're curious how to get to legendary backyard bartender status, you're in the right spot.

The Star of the Show: Still Spirits Melon Liqueur Essence

Let me be crystal clear—this isn’t just another syrupy bottle of who-knows-what sitting behind the local bottle-o counter. The Still Spirits Melon Liqueur essence is something different. It's essentially your golden ticket to creating a melon-flavoured liqueur at home, using vodka or neutral spirits you already have in your cabinet.

Each 50ml bottle of the essence is perfect for small batches. Whether you're just dipping your toe into liqueur crafting or you're already the proud parent of ten demijohns bubbling away in the pantry, this is an easy win. All you’ve got to do is mix it with a neutral base—think plain vodka or a Top Shelf Schnapps Base—and you’re less than an evening away from smooth, fruity magic.

Why Melon Spritz?

Because not every craft needs to be cloudy and bitter like your granddad’s homebrew stout. Sometimes, you want something bright. Something that tastes like watery summer melons, soft herbs, and bubbles dancing around your tongue. Melon Liqueur Spritz delivers all that—but without skimping on that hand-crafted satisfaction you're chasing.

And before you ask—yes, you're absolutely still a serious homebrewer if you're making cocktails this good. Probably more so.

How to Make a Melon Liqueur Spritz

Alright, mate. Let’s break it down nice and simple. You’ll need:

1 part Still Spirits Melon Liqueur (homemade, of course)
2 parts Prosecco or another dry sparkling white wine
1 splash soda water
Ice cubes
Fresh mint and a slice of lime or cucumber (absolutely optional, but cheers to the wow factor)

The steps:

Fill a tall glass or wine glass with ice. Plenty of ice. This drink is meant to be refreshing, not warm and watery.
Pour in the liqueur first so it hits the ice and chills quickly.
Top with sparkling wine until the colour looks a bit like a lime Gatorade, then add that soda water for lift and fizz.
Stir gently, garnish, then sit back and wait for someone to say, “Wow, that’s good.”

The Homebrewer’s Advantage

Here’s where it gets fun for us backyard brewers. That sense of creative control you get from crafting beer or spirits? It hits just right when you're handcrafting a liqueur too. Want it brighter and fruitier? Increase the base spirit. Want it more herbal? Muddle in basil or mint instead of just garnishing. The Still Spirits Melon Liqueur essence sets the melon backbone, but YOU get the final word.

This drink fits right into your brewing lifestyle. It’s quick, satisfying, and doesn’t ask for fancy filtering equipment or wild fermentation methods. Yet it's bold enough to make your mates ask you how you pulled it off.

Tips for Batch-Making Your Liqueur

If you’ve already got neutral spirit (that clean, tasteless base you've likely crafted yourself), this is ridiculously easy. Each essence bottle is good for about 1.125 L of final product when paired with schnapps base. Split it into bottles, toss a few into the fridge, and you’ve got weekend cocktails sorted for the next couple weeks (depending how generous you're being at gatherings).

Psst—if you're wondering where to start with making your own neutral spirit, Strathalbyn H Hardware can set you up with a still that suits your setup without drowning in jargon or cost. Just ring us and we’ll help you out.

Instant Wins Without The Complexity

I know there’s a bit of scepticism in our community when it comes to anything spirit-related that doesn't take months to ferment. But you're not compromising on quality by using a pre-made essence. You’re working smarter, not lighter—and still flexing your brewing chops. Simplifying doesn’t mean you’re not skilled. It means you’ve got balance.

The beauty here is satisfaction without stress. A melon spritz doesn't just taste wonderful. It reminds you how fun this hobby can be when you let it.

Candeece’s Final Thought

If you're itching to prove your brewing know-how outside the lager realm, this is where you land soft. Impress yourself before anyone else. Then serve it to company and let them come to the same conclusion.

Homemade never tasted this fresh. Give the Still Spirits Melon Liqueur essence a go—mix, sip, and go enjoy your masterpiece outside with good food and even better people. 🍈

Cheers to easy wins and good drinks made at home!

— Candeece