New Era Drinks IBA
Russian Spring Punch
Vodka, berries, regret
Dick Bradsell's effervescent punch combines vodka, cassis, and lemon juice topped with sparkling wine. Fizzy, fruity, and festive — a celebration in a glass.
Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1/2 oz Crème de Cassis
- 7/8 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/3 oz Simple Syrup
- top Sparkling Wine
Method
Add vodka, crème de cassis, lemon juice, and sugar syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling wine. Garnish with a lemon slice and fresh blackberry.
Created by Dick Bradsell at Fred's Club, Soho, likely in the mid-1980s (Bradsell was head bartender there 1982-1984). First published December–January 1998, CLASS magazine. Per Difford's Guide #1720; IBA New Era list. Notes: Bradsell described it as "basically a spiked Kir Royal over ice"—vodka and crème de cassis topped with sparkling wine.
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