Modern: Sunflower Spritz

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    1

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    • Difficulty

      Easy

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Spirits of '76: Celebrating 250 Years with Cocktails from Every State

By Kim Laidlaw

Published 2026

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This bright spritz captures Nebraska’s agricultural spirit. Corn-based vodka reflects the state’s farming pride, while black chokeberries—native fruits traditionally used by Indigenous peoples—add tart depth. A homemade sunflower seed orgeat lends nutty richness, and a splash of club soda gives it sparkle, bringing all the ingredients together in a lively tribute to the Great Plains. Aronia berry syrup can be purchased in local shops or online.