Goodwood English Summer Spritz Cocktail

19th June 2026

Summer is a season best enjoyed outdoors. Whether it's a leisurely lunch that turns into an afternoon spent in the sunshine, an evening gathering with friends, or a quiet moment as the day begins to cool, there's something special about raising a glass to the season.

Inspired by July's abundance of strawberries, raspberries and flowering hedgerows, the Goodwood English Summer Spritz cocktail captures the essence of an English summer in a glass. Combining Goodwood Gin with a homemade berry cordial, fragrant elderflower and English sparkling wine, it's light, refreshing and beautifully elegant, with a delicate blush-pink hue that mirrors the colours of the season.

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At Goodwood, we believe the setting is just as important as what's in your glass. Enjoy the Goodwood Summer Spritz from the terrace at The Kennels, where sweeping views across the Estate provide the perfect backdrop for a golden-hour drink. Or savour one in the sun-drenched courtyard at Farmer, Butcher, Chef, surrounded by seasonal flavours and relaxed alfresco dining. Wherever you choose to enjoy it, this is a cocktail designed for long evenings, good company and making the most of summer's fleeting moments.

Recipe

Ingredients

- 25ml Goodwood Gin

- 15ml strawberry and raspberry cordial (see below for cordial recipe)

- 10ml fresh lemon juice

- 10ml elderflower liqueur

- 75ml English sparkling wine

- 25ml soda water

 

Garnish

- A small sprig of elderflower

- Cornflower petals

- Fresh strawberry slice

 

Method

Add the gin, berry cordial, lemon juice and elderflower liqueur to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

Shake briefly until chilled.

Double strain into a chilled champagne flute.

Top with English sparkling wine and a splash of soda water.

Garnish with elderflower and edible flowers before serving.

 

Strawberry & Raspberry Cordial

- 100g strawberries

- 100g raspberries

- 150ml water

- 100g caster sugar

- Zest of half a lemon

Gently simmer all ingredients until the fruit softens and releases its juices. Strain through a fine sieve and allow to cool before using.

Serves one. Best enjoyed outdoors on a warm summer evening.

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  • Summer Stays

  • Goodwood Gin

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