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Shaken · one serving

Russian Spring Punch

A bright vodka, lemon, and blackcurrant punch topped with dry sparkling wine.

Short answer

Russian Spring Punch is a shaken cocktail made with vodka, lemon juice, crème de cassis, simple syrup, and sparkling wine. A bright vodka, lemon, and blackcurrant punch topped with dry sparkling wine. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassHighball
LevelMedium
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1 serving

Russian Spring Punch ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Russian Spring Punch ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Vodka25 ml2.5 cl0.8 oz2.5 parts
Lemon Juice25 ml2.5 cl0.8 oz2.5 parts
Crème de Cassis15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1.5 parts
Simple Syrup10 ml1 cl0.3 oz1 part
Sparkling wine60 ml6 cl2 oz6 parts

Garnish: Fresh blackberries and an optional lemon slice

Method

How to make Russian Spring Punch

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a tall tumbler, prepare fresh ice, and keep the sparkling wine sealed and cold.

  2. 02

    Add the vodka, fresh lemon juice, crème de cassis, and simple syrup to a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill with ice and shake firmly for 10–12 seconds until thoroughly chilled.

  4. 04

    Strain into the chilled tumbler filled with fresh solid ice cubes.

  5. 05

    Top slowly with sparkling wine and give one gentle lift with a bar spoon to combine.

  6. 06

    Garnish with fresh blackberries and, if desired, a lemon slice; serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Russian Spring Punch taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and sourness (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness0 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness5 / 5

Quick answers

Russian Spring Punch questions

What is in a Russian Spring Punch?

Kokto’s build uses vodka, lemon juice, crème de cassis, simple syrup, and sparkling wine.

How long does a Russian Spring Punch take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Russian Spring Punch prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a highball. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Russian Spring Punch alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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