Prosecco Woo Woo

Prosecco Woo Woo

A modern, effervescent twist on the classic 1980s Woo Woo, transforming a simple highball into a refined, celebratory drink with crisp Italian Prosecco and lighter complexity.

9%

ABV

195

Calories

Flute

Glass

Flavor Profile

Flavor Journey

5
Sweet
4
Sour
2
Bitter
3
Strong

History & Heritage

The Prosecco Woo Woo is a modern evolution of the classic Woo Woo, which was invented in the 1980s, likely at the First Edition Bar in Bayside, Queens, New York. The original Woo Woo was a simple mix of vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice, popular during the "fern bar" era and part of the peach schnapps boom. The Prosecco variation emerged in the 2000s-2010s as part of the global Prosecco explosion and the craft cocktail movement's trend of elevating classic recipes. It represents the "spritzification" of cocktails and the move towards lower-ABV, more sessionable drinks that prioritize refreshment over potency.

Ingredients

Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.

Method

Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.

1

Chill a Champagne flute or highball glass thoroughly

2

Pour vodka, peach liqueur, and cranberry juice directly into chilled glass

3

Stir gently for no more than five seconds to combine and chill ingredients

4

Slowly top with chilled Brut Prosecco, pouring down side of glass to preserve bubbles

5

Give one final, very gentle stir with bar spoon to integrate Prosecco

6

Garnish with single fresh or frozen cranberry

Glassware

Flute

Champagne flute (preferred) or highball glass with ice

Garnish

Fresh cranberry

Single fresh or frozen cranberry

Master's Tips

Professional insights to elevate your craft

Use clean, neutral vodka like Ketel One or Grey Goose

100% unsweetened cranberry juice is essential for balance

Quality peach liqueur like Giffard Pêche de Vigne preferred over schnapps

Keep all ingredients well-chilled for best results

Pour Prosecco gently to preserve carbonation

Variations & Riffs

Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Prosecco Woo Woo.

Other Variations

Vodka-Forward Version

Minor Tweak

Increase vodka for stronger, less sweet profile.

Changes
Premium Vodka:1 oz2 oz

Tart Version

Minor Tweak

Reduce peach liqueur for more cranberry-forward flavor.

Changes
High-Quality Peach Liqueur:0.8 oz0.5 oz

Original Woo Woo

Major Variation

Classic 1980s version without Prosecco, served in highball with ice.

Changes
Premium Vodka:1 oz1.5 oz
ProseccoSoda Water(2 oz)

Sex on the Beach Style

Major Variation

Add orange juice to create Prosecco version of Sex on the Beach.

Changes
Orange Juice(1 oz)

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