A spritzer is a light, refreshing drink made by mixing white wine with soda water or sparkling mineral water, usually served over ice in a tall glass. The soda dilutes the wine’s alcohol and adds effervescence, producing a lower-alcohol alternative to a full glass of wine. The classic ratio is roughly equal parts wine and soda, though many bars pour more wine than water. Garnishes such as lemon or lime are common. Spritzers are popular in warm weather and at social occasions where drinkers want something crisp and thirst-quenching. Food-service operations value them because they are simple to make, require no special equipment, and use inexpensive ingredients while still feeling like a proper wine serve.