Shrubb Spritz - Martinican Orange Liqueur & Sparkling Wine Cocktail

The Shrubb Spritz puts Martinican orange liqueur at the center of a simple sparkling build. Shrubb brings sweet citrus, warm spice, and the character of rhum agricole, while sparkling wine and soda water lighten the drink with crisp bubbles. An expressed orange peel reinforces the citrus aroma without adding extra sweetness.

A Martinican Liqueur in Spritz Form

Shrubb is a Martinican orange liqueur traditionally made with rhum agricole, citrus peel, and spices. It is especially associated with festive drinking, including the holiday season. This recipe takes those citrus and spice flavors and places them in a modern spritz format with sparkling wine and soda water.

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• Shrubb Orange Liqueur - provides sweet orange, spice, and a rum-based backbone.
• Sparkling Wine - adds dryness, acidity, and the main layer of carbonation.
• Soda Water - lightens the liqueur and keeps the spritz refreshing.
• Orange Peel - adds fresh citrus oils and aroma at the finish.

If Shrubb is unavailable, combine an orange liqueur such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau with a small amount of rhum agricole for a similar citrus-and-rum direction. A dry sparkling wine works best so the finished drink does not become overly sweet.

Equipment

• Large Wine Glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger
• Citrus peeler or paring knife

Orange, Spice, and Plenty of Bubbles

Shrubb gives this spritz more depth than a straightforward citrus liqueur. The rhum agricole base and spice notes provide structure, while the sparkling wine keeps the drink lively. Soda water stretches the flavors further, making the finished cocktail lighter without losing the orange character that defines it.

Substitutions & Variations

Use Cava, Prosecco, or another dry sparkling wine depending on what is available. For a stronger rum character, use the Shrubb substitute of orange liqueur plus a small amount of rhum agricole. A grapefruit peel can replace the orange peel for a sharper citrus aroma, while sparkling rosé can give the drink a fruitier profile.

Helpful Tips

Chill the sparkling wine and soda water before building the drink so the ice does less of the cooling work. Add the sparkling ingredients gently and stir only enough to combine them. Use plenty of ice to keep the spritz cold with controlled dilution. Express the orange peel over the glass before dropping it in so the aromatic oils land on the surface of the drink.