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    Home » DRINKS + SMOOTHIES

    Sgroppino Italian Lemon Cocktail (Prosecco Sorbetto)

    Modified: Jan 2, 2025 by Susan Pridmore · This post may contain affiliate links · 28 Comments

    Sgroppino Italian dessert drink made with lemon sorbet, vodka and Prosecco, poured into pretty glasses, and garnished with mint.

    Also known as sgroppino al limone, sgroppino is an Italian cocktail recipe typically served in Italy as an after-dinner cocktail and dessert. It's super easy and fast to make since you only need 3 ingredients to make it: Prosecco, vodka, and lemon sorbet.

    It the perfect refreshing cocktail on a hot summer day and an elegant cocktail for any holiday gathering.

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    Four glasses of sgroppino, with blueberries and fresh mint.

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    Want to make this vodka Prosecco cocktail perfectly the first time? I want to help with that. So, check out this Table of Contents to see which sections of this post will help you the most.

    Jump to:
    • 🤷‍♀️ What is a sgroppino?
    • 🧅 Main Ingredients + Notes
    • 🤷‍♀️ Is Prosecco the same as Champagne?
    • 🔪 Recommended Equipment
    • 📝 Instructions Overview
    • 💡Ideas for Possible Variations
    • 🤷‍♀️ Can I make sgroppino ahead of time?
    • 🍹 Looking for More Frozen Cocktails?
    • Sgroppino Cocktail Recipe

    One of my favorite things about travel is discovering new dishes and bringing them into my own kitchen. Particularly dishes that are well-known within a particular culture or region that are new to me.

    A perfect example is this Italian cocktail called Sgroppino. I've been to Venice a few times, and on a recent visit to Treviso was served this cocktail in a restaurant after dinner. I was with a group of friends and we all LOVED it.

    It's one of my favorites along with this shortcut classic mojito made with mint syrup, this traditional easy margarita, or this watermelon wine cooler with lime. All are perfect when the weather is warm.

    🤷‍♀️ What is a sgroppino?

    A Sgroppino is an Italian cocktail originating in the Veneto Region, that's equal parts cocktail and dessert. There are only 3 ingredients: Prosecco, lemon sorbet, and vodka, and takes about 5 minutes to make. I think of it as a lemony Prosecco slushy.

    There's no one classic recipe, as the ingredient amounts differ from bar to bar. Some are heavy on the vodka and Prosecco. Others, like this one, are more sorbet and less alcohol.

    In Italy, sgroppino is traditionally served after dinner, often frozen, and is the ultimate summer refresher. You can also serve it as a palate cleanser between courses at a dinner party because it's so fresh-tasting and refreshing.

    And it's perfect during the holidays because it's so festive, such as Christmas and New Year's Eve. It's also perfect for your next Easter dinner and all summer long.

    🧅 Main Ingredients + Notes

    The secret to faster and easier meals often lies in the ingredients. For example, store-bought items and ingredients you make ahead and store in the refrigerator (or freezer) can turn a 60-minute recipe into a 30-minutes meal or less.

    For the three simple ingredients' measurements and the directions for making this sgroppino recipe, go to the Recipe Card at the bottom of this post. Check out the Ideas for Variations section for other twists on this Italian lemon drink.

    • Frozen lemon sorbet (lemon sorbetto) - Sgroppino is traditionally made with lemon sorbet, but you can replace it with lemon gelato, for a creamier texture. Lemon ice cream or sherbet is fine too.
    • Prosecco (an Italian sparkling wine)- since there are only 3 ingredients, use a good quality Prosecco.
    • Vodka - you don't need much, but it should be chilled.

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    🤷‍♀️ Is Prosecco the same as Champagne?

    No. Prosecco is an Italian sparkling wine grown mostly in the Veneto Region of Italy, which is where I first discovered this cocktail. Sparkling wine can only be called Champagne when it comes from the Champagne region of France.

    Prosecco is also processed in a different way from Champagne which accounts for its lower price.

    🔪 Recommended Equipment

    • Ice cream scooper
    • Whisk
    Tall pretty glass filled with a Sgroppino cocktail, garnished with fresh mint and a couple blueberries.
    Because some days you need a tall one.

    📝 Instructions Overview

    Detailed instructions for making this Prosecco vodka cocktail are in the recipe card below, but here's an overview!

    Step 1

    Scoop and whisk. Scoop the frozen sorbet into a bowl. Pour in half of the Prosecco and whisk until you have a smooth icy mixture.

    Whisk in the vodka and remaining Prosecco.

    This can also be done in a blender.

    Step 2

    Freeze. If you plan to serve later, store in the freezer in an airtight container that's freezer-safe. I use jars.

    Step 3

    Serve. Pour into champagne flutes or other pretty glasses, and garnish with a fresh sprig of fresh mint.


    💡Ideas for Possible Variations

    • As mentioned in the Ingredients section, you can swap out the lemon sorbet for lemon gelato or lemon ice cream. Or make a sherbet cocktail by using lemon sherbet. These options give the cocktail a creamier texture.
    • I've seen some recipes that use lime sorbet in place of lemon, but I've not done this myself.
    • If you don't have any fresh mint sprigs, serve with a twist of lemon.

    🤷‍♀️ Can I make sgroppino ahead of time?

    Yes. Just pour this Italian lemon cocktail into jars, or any other airtight container that's freezer-safe, and tuck into the freezer for up to 6 months.

    🍹 Looking for More Frozen Cocktails?

    Frozen cocktails are so popular during the summer and over the winter holidays. Here are a few favorites!

    Frozen Mudslide

    Watermelon Wine Cooler

    Frozen Margaritas (Using Any Fruit)

    Strawberry Lemonade Vodka Slushies

    Mango Passion Fruit Wine Slushie

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    Four glasses of sgroppino, with blueberries and fresh mint.
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    Sgroppino Cocktail Recipe

    Sgroppino is an Italian cocktail and dessert made with lemon sorbet, chilled vodka, and Prosecco. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for a dinner party especially over the holidays, or on a hot summer day or evening.
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    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Cocktails
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: sgroppino
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 166kcal
    Author: Susan Pridmore
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    Equipment

    • Ice cream scooper
    • Whisk

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces frozen lemon sorbet (lemon sorbetto) or lemon gelato or lemon ice cream (for a creamier texture)
    • 8 ounces Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine a good quality of Prosecco
    • 2 ounces chilled vodka
    • Mint leaves for garnish

    Instructions

    • Scoop the sorbet into a large bowl. Add one-half of the Prosecco and whisk until you have a smooth icy mixture.
    • Whisk in the cold vodka and remaining Prosecco. The cocktail should be very slushy.
    • Pour into champagne flutes or other cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh mint and a few blueberries.
      If serving as a dessert, place a scoop of lemon sorbet in a parfait glass or white wine glass and pour the sgroppino cocktail over it.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 23.4g | Protein: 1.7g | Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 61.1mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1.6g | Sugar: 16.8g | Calcium: 5.1mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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    Susan Pridmore is an award-winning cookbook author and the owner of The Wimpy Vegetarian. She has been featured in Huffington Post, Healthline, BuzzFeed, and has written for and developed recipes for The Food Network and Parade Magazine. She is professionally trained and focuses on easy vegetarian recipes for busy lives, bread-baking, and tips for new vegetarians. Susan lives in the mountains in Lake Tahoe with her husband and mini-labradoodle.

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    Comments

    1. Manu

      April 03, 2016 at 12:25 am

      5 stars
      Ohhhh Sgroppino is so good! Thank you for sharing such an iconic cocktail recipe! It made me a bit home-sick, but... che buono! 🙂

      Reply
    2. low carb breakfast

      April 03, 2016 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      That's a beautiful cocktail and the pictures are fantastic. Can't wait to try this, thank you!

      Reply
    3. Liz

      April 03, 2016 at 4:47 pm

      5 stars
      What a gorgeous, frozen cocktail!!! Bet it tastes amazing.

      Reply
    4. Hezzi-D

      April 03, 2016 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      Sorbet and prosecco? You are speaking my language!

      Reply
    5. Nettie

      April 03, 2016 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      I have all of the ingredients, can't wait to make these!

      Reply
    6. Maria

      April 03, 2016 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely lovely. Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    7. Amy Barrett

      April 03, 2016 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds so refreshing

      Reply
    8. Renee@Renee's Kitchen Adventures

      April 03, 2016 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      This look and sounds delicious! It would be awesome on a hot summer day!

      Reply
    9. Kristen

      April 04, 2016 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      What a fresh drink to enjoy on a summer evening!

      Reply
    10. Caroline

      April 04, 2016 at 12:03 pm

      5 stars
      I'm pretty sure I have had this but even if not I need to find an excuse to have it as this looks so good!

      Reply
    11. Barrie

      April 05, 2016 at 6:59 pm

      5 stars
      I had never heard of this, but it looks so refreshing and a punch-type of drink so easy to serve at a party- I love this and I love the back-story on it too!

      Reply
    12. Tara

      April 05, 2016 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful photos! This sounds absolutely amazing!

      Reply
    13. Rachael

      April 06, 2016 at 4:29 am

      5 stars
      Oh, dear... I think I may well become addicted to this!

      Reply
    14. Lucy - (Recipes @ Globe Scoffers)

      April 06, 2016 at 7:53 am

      5 stars
      This sounds very refreshing! Can't wait to try. Thanks for sharing ?

      Reply
    15. DB, Foodie Stuntman | Crazy Foodie Stunts

      April 07, 2016 at 9:55 am

      5 stars
      Never heard of it but I can see why it's so popular. The flavors sound refreshing.

      Reply
    16. monica

      April 07, 2016 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      We will be making this soon!

      Reply
    17. Christie

      April 10, 2016 at 5:50 pm

      5 stars
      I'm seriously putting this on the menu. It looks and sounds so addictive!! And refreshing.

      Reply
    18. Edna

      March 02, 2017 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      I'm surely going to put this thing on my list of "Not to miss" 🙂 Loved to be here on your blog.

      Reply
      • The Wimpy Vegetarian

        March 02, 2017 at 3:00 pm

        5 stars
        Thanks so much! I hope you like it! It's a favorite of ours 🙂

        Reply
    19. Lazar

      December 04, 2017 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      Uhhhhhhhhhhhh, can’t wait to try

      Reply
    20. Ioana

      June 20, 2018 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      My birthday is coming. I am so glad I finally found the best cocktail to serve at the party

      Reply
      • The Wimpy Vegetarian

        June 20, 2018 at 12:27 pm

        5 stars
        It really is an amazing cocktail - dessert!!! I hope you like it!!!

        Reply
    21. Keto Diet Recipe

      June 20, 2018 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      One of my favorite drinks. So refreshing and tasty

      Reply
      • The Wimpy Vegetarian

        June 20, 2018 at 12:29 pm

        5 stars
        Yes!! Me too!!

        Reply
    22. Toni | Boulder Locavore

      April 11, 2019 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      I seriously need to give it a try! Looks delicious!

      Reply
      • The Wimpy Vegetarian

        April 11, 2019 at 6:10 pm

        5 stars
        It's a huge hit anytime I serve it! I hope you give it a try Toni!

        Reply
    23. Allyssa

      December 22, 2021 at 3:32 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for sharing this amazing sgroppino italian dessert cocktail sundaysupper recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

      Reply
    24. Liz

      December 24, 2021 at 5:32 am

      5 stars
      I have never had this before, but it sounds so delicious! Excited to give it a try! Thanks for the share!

      Reply
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