weinschorle

Weinschorle is a mixed beverage made from wine and carbonated water. It is a type of Schorle, a category of drinks in which a liquid base is diluted with sparkling water. The most common version uses white wine, but red wine variants exist as Rotwein-Schorle. Typical preparations mix wine with sparkling water in ratios such as 1:1 or 2:1, and the drink is served well chilled in a tall glass, often with ice. The carbonation and dilution yield a lighter, more refreshing beverage with a lower perceived alcohol content than plain wine.

The drink is especially popular in Germany, notably in the states of Baden, the Palatinate (Pfalz), Franconia, and the Rhineland, where it is commonly ordered in cafés and taverns during warm weather. It is also common in Austria, where it may be called Spritzer or Weinschorle, and in Switzerland, where similar mixes are known as Spritzer or Weinschorle. Wines used are typically light-bodied whites such as Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, or Silvaner; rosé variants are possible, and some consumers prefer drier or fruitier styles.

Variants and cultural notes include Rotwein-Schorle, a red-wine version that is less common but widely available. The term Schorle covers other dilutions with non-alcoholic bases, such as Apfelschorle (apple juice and water). Weinschorle is generally regarded as a casual, everyday drink, especially in summer, valued for its balance of flavor and refreshment.