✔ Updated · 24 drinks with measurements, 21+ note + a mocktail
Prosecco and vodka are one of my favorite easy pairings: the vodka adds a kick and the prosecco brings fruit and fizz.
The basic prosecco and vodka cocktail is 1 oz (30 ml) vodka, 1/2 oz lemon juice and 1/2 oz simple syrup, shaken with ice, strained into a flute and topped with 3 oz (90 ml) chilled prosecco. That is a French 76. Keep the ratio around 1 part vodka to 3 parts prosecco, add the prosecco last and never shake it.
- Alcohol: vodka is usually 40% ABV and prosecco about 11%, so one drink is roughly 1.2 US standard drinks.
- Best known: French 76, sgroppino and a vodka Aperol spritz.
- Adults 21+ only: these contain alcohol. The sparkling raspberry lemon mocktail below is alcohol-free.
Here are 24 cocktails for adults 21 and over, from the French 76 and sgroppino to party punches, plus a mocktail.
How to Mix Prosecco and Vodka
Prosecco is an Italian sparkling wine, usually about 11% alcohol by volume, with apple, pear and white-flower notes. Vodka is a neutral spirit, usually 40% ABV (80 proof). The vodka adds strength and the prosecco carries the flavor and the bubbles, so I stick to a few simple habits.
- Chill everything. Keep the prosecco, vodka and glasses cold so the drink stays fizzy and needs less ice.
- Prosecco goes in last. Shake or stir the vodka, juice and syrup first, then top with prosecco and stir gently once.
- Never shake prosecco. Shaking a sparkling wine flattens it and can pop the shaker open. I learned that one the sticky way.
- Keep the ratio. About 1 oz vodka to 3 oz prosecco keeps the drink balanced; more vodka mostly adds burn.
- Pick the sweetness. Brut prosecco suits fruity drinks with syrup; Extra Dry works well in simple two-ingredient drinks.
Classic Prosecco and Vodka Cocktails
Start here: the well-known drinks that already pair sparkling wine with vodka. The French 76 is the one I make most.
1. French 76
A vodka French 75: shake 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz lemon juice and 1/2 oz simple syrup, strain, top with 3 oz prosecco.
2. Sgroppino
A Venetian dessert drink: whisk 1 scoop lemon sorbet with 1/2 oz vodka and 2 oz cold prosecco until frothy, then serve in a coupe.
3. Vodka Aperol Spritz
Over ice, pour 3 oz prosecco, 1 1/2 oz Aperol and 1/2 oz vodka, add a splash of soda and an orange slice.
Get the recipe →4. Peach Bellini with Vodka
Stir 1 1/2 oz peach puree with 1/2 oz vodka in a flute, then slowly top with 3 oz prosecco.
5. Lemon Drop Prosecco
Shake 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz triple sec, 3/4 oz lemon and 1/2 oz syrup, strain into a sugared flute, top with prosecco.
6. Passion Fruit Martini with Prosecco
Shake 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz passion fruit puree and 1/2 oz lime, strain into a coupe, with prosecco on the side.
Fruity Prosecco Vodka Cocktails
Muddled or pureed fruit gives color and sweetness. Strain seeds out for a smoother drink, and add the prosecco last.
7. Raspberry Prosecco Cocktail
Muddle 6 raspberries with 1/2 oz simple syrup, shake with 1 oz vodka and 1/2 oz lemon juice, strain, top with 3 oz prosecco.
8. Strawberry Lemonade Prosecco Smash
Muddle 2 strawberries, add 1 oz vodka and 2 oz lemonade over ice, then top with 2 oz prosecco.
9. Blackberry Lemon Prosecco Smash
Muddle 4 blackberries with 1/2 oz honey syrup and 1/2 oz lemon juice, add 1 oz vodka and ice, top with 3 oz prosecco.
10. Blueberry Prosecco Mojito
Muddle 8 blueberries, 6 mint leaves, 1/2 oz lime juice and 1/2 oz syrup, add 1 oz vodka, ice and 3 oz prosecco.
11. Pomegranate Prosecco Smash
Shake 1 oz vodka, 1 oz pomegranate juice and 1/2 oz lime juice, strain over ice, top with 3 oz prosecco and pomegranate seeds.
12. Rhubarb Prosecco Smash
Shake 1 oz vodka, 1 oz rhubarb syrup and 1/2 oz lemon juice with ice, strain into a glass and top with 3 oz prosecco.
13. La Dolce Vita
Muddle 5 green grapes with 1 teaspoon honey, shake with 1 oz vodka, strain into a flute and top with 3 oz prosecco.
14. Raspberry Lillet Sparkler
Shake 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz raspberry liqueur, 1/2 oz Lillet Blanc and 1/2 oz lemon, strain, top with 2 oz prosecco.
Herbal and Refreshing Spritzes
Lighter, less sweet drinks for warm afternoons, built tall over ice.
15. Elderflower Vodka Spritz
Over ice, combine 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur and a squeeze of lime, top with 3 oz prosecco and a mint sprig.
16. Cucumber Mint Prosecco Spritz
Muddle 3 cucumber slices and 5 mint leaves, add 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz lime, 1/2 oz syrup, ice and 3 oz prosecco.
17. Lemon Thyme Vodka Spritz
Shake 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz lemon juice and 1/2 oz thyme syrup, strain over ice, top with 3 oz prosecco and thyme.
18. Prosecco Mule
In a copper mug with ice, combine 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz lime juice and 2 oz ginger beer, then top with 2 oz prosecco.
19. Mint Lemon Sparkler
Muddle 6 mint leaves with 1/2 oz triple sec and 1/2 oz lemon, shake with 1 oz vodka, strain over ice, float 3 oz prosecco.
20. King of Orange
Stir 1 oz vodka, 1/2 oz orange liqueur and 1/4 oz Campari with ice, strain into a flute, top with 3 oz prosecco.
Holiday and Party Drinks
Built for a crowd or a celebration. Mix the base ahead and add the prosecco just before serving.
21. Cranberry Prosecco Fizz
Pour 1 oz vodka and 1 1/2 oz cranberry juice into a flute, top with 3 oz prosecco and garnish with sugared cranberries and rosemary.
22. Pink Lemonade Prosecco Punch
For 8: stir 1 cup vodka and 3 cups pink lemonade in a pitcher, chill, then add one 750 ml bottle of prosecco and berries.
23. Peach Prosecco Punch
For 8: stir 1 cup vodka, 2 cups peach nectar and 1/2 cup lemon juice, chill, then add a bottle of prosecco.
24. Cucumber Melon Prosecco Punch
For 8: blend 3 cups honeydew with 1/2 cucumber, strain, add 1 cup vodka and lime, chill, top with one bottle of prosecco.
Which Prosecco to Use
Prosecco labels describe sweetness, and the names can be confusing: Extra Dry is actually sweeter than Brut.
| Style | Sweetness | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Brut | Driest | Fruity drinks with syrup or juice, like the raspberry and pomegranate smashes |
| Extra Dry | Off-dry | Simple drinks like the French 76, sgroppino and bellini |
| Dry | Sweetest of the three | Tart drinks with lots of lemon or cranberry |
| Alcohol-free sparkling wine | Varies | The mocktail below |
How Strong Are They? (Adults 21+ Only)
These are full-strength alcoholic drinks for adults of legal drinking age, 21 and over in the US. A drink with 1 oz of 40% vodka and 3 oz of 11% prosecco holds about 0.73 oz of pure alcohol, roughly 1.2 US standard drinks, and the bubbles can make the alcohol hit faster.
Sip slowly, alternate with water, eat something, and never drink and drive. Skip alcohol entirely if you're pregnant or taking medication that interacts with it.
Alcohol-Free Mocktail: Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Spritz
For guests skipping alcohol, and for anyone under 21, this mocktail looks just like the raspberry prosecco cocktail and has no vodka or wine. I always make a pitcher of it when friends come over.
- Muddle 6 raspberries with 1/2 oz simple syrup in a shaker.
- Add 1 oz lemon juice and 1 oz white grape juice, shake with ice and strain into a flute.
- Top with 3 oz alcohol-free sparkling wine or sparkling water and garnish with a raspberry and a lemon twist.
- More alcohol-free ideas: a virgin mimosa, a virgin sangria mocktail or a Blue Lagoon mocktail.
Make Them for a Party
- Batch the base: mix the vodka, juices and syrups up to 4 hours ahead and keep the pitcher in the fridge.
- Add bubbles to order: pour about 1 1/2 oz of base into each glass and top with prosecco, or add a whole chilled bottle to the pitcher just before serving.
- One bottle of prosecco (750 ml) tops about 8 drinks at 3 oz each.
- Offer a mocktail and plenty of water alongside, and arrange safe rides home.
- More ideas: see our prosecco cocktail recipes and the winter Aperol spritz.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you mix prosecco and vodka?
Yes. Vodka's neutral flavor lets prosecco's fruit and bubbles stand out, which is why the two appear together in drinks like the French 76 and the sgroppino. Use about 1 oz vodka to 3 oz prosecco, add the prosecco last, and remember the drink is stronger than a glass of prosecco alone.
What is a prosecco and vodka cocktail called?
The best-known one is the French 76, a vodka version of the gin-based French 75 made with lemon, sugar and sparkling wine. The sgroppino, a Venetian mix of lemon sorbet, vodka and prosecco, is another classic. Many other prosecco and vodka drinks are simply called spritzes or fizzes.
How much vodka should I add to a glass of prosecco?
About 1 oz (30 ml) of vodka per 3 to 4 oz (90 to 120 ml) of prosecco keeps the drink balanced. That is roughly 1.2 US standard drinks. Adding more vodka makes the drink much stronger without improving the flavor.
Can I make prosecco and vodka cocktails ahead of time?
Mix the vodka, juice and syrup up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate. Add the chilled prosecco only when serving, either to each glass or to the pitcher, so the drink stays fizzy. Prosecco poured in hours earlier goes flat.
Is there a non-alcoholic version?
Yes. Swap the vodka for white grape juice or a splash of lemon, and the prosecco for alcohol-free sparkling wine or sparkling water. The sparkling raspberry lemon spritz on this page is an easy alcohol-free option that looks just like the cocktail, so it's great for under-21 guests too.
