Sloe Gin Spritz
The Sloe Gin Spritz is a refreshing, ruby-red cocktail that originated in the United Kingdom. It's a modern twist on the classic Italian Aperol Spritz, replacing the bitter liqueur with sweet, tart sloe gin. The drink is typically built in a glass with ice, topped with prosecco or soda water, and often garnished with a slice of orange or a few fresh berries.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a cocktail, it is very low in protein, fat, and fiber, with the majority of its calories coming from the sugars in the sloe gin and any added sweeteners. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories, primarily from simple carbohydrates (sugars).
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 175 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 16 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the drink represents a fascinating fusion of British hedgerow foraging traditions (sloe berries) with the popular Italian 'spritz' cocktail format. Nutritionally, while it offers minimal nutrients, the sloe berries themselves are a natural source of antioxidants like anthocyanins, which give them their deep color.
