Russian Spring Punch
CLASSIC · VODKA

Russian Spring Punch

A Dick Bradsell classic that layers vodka, blackcurrant, and lemon over ice before being crowned with sparkling wine - effervescent, fruity, and unmistakably celebratory.

Ingredients
Vodka25 ml
Fresh Lemon Juice25 ml
Sugar Syrup10 ml
Ice
Blackberries
Lemon Slice
Glassware
tall tumbler glass
Chilled.
Flavor
BODYSWEETFRUITACIDHEATSMOKEEARTHBITTER

Blackcurrant · Lemon

Estimated profile

Method
  1. 1

    Add vodka, fresh lemon juice, crème de cassis, and sugar syrup to a cocktail shaker.

  2. 2

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for 10–12 seconds.

  3. 3

    Fill a tall tumbler glass with fresh ice.

  4. 4

    Strain the shaken mixture into the glass over the ice.

  5. 5

    Top up with sparkling wine, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the fizz.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh blackberries and a lemon slice on the rim.

From the Bartender

Created by legendary London bartender Dick Bradsell in the 1980s, the Russian Spring Punch is a riff on the French 75 structure - shake the base, strain over ice, and top with sparkling wine. Straining into the glass before topping ensures the fizz stays lively and the drink remains layered and visually striking.

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