
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
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.
Chill a Champagne flute or highball glass thoroughly
Pour vodka, peach liqueur, and cranberry juice directly into chilled glass
Stir gently for no more than five seconds to combine and chill ingredients
Slowly top with chilled Brut Prosecco, pouring down side of glass to preserve bubbles
Give one final, very gentle stir with bar spoon to integrate Prosecco
Garnish with single fresh or frozen cranberry
Glassware
Champagne flute (preferred) or highball glass with ice
Garnish
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
Increase vodka for stronger, less sweet profile.
Changes
Tart Version
Reduce peach liqueur for more cranberry-forward flavor.
Changes
Original Woo Woo
Classic 1980s version without Prosecco, served in highball with ice.
Changes
Sex on the Beach Style
Add orange juice to create Prosecco version of Sex on the Beach.
Changes
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