Bellini Cocktail
The bellini cocktail is a classic Italian drink known for its distinct flavour, created with two main components, making it suitable for special occasions and celebrations. Named after the 15th-century Italian painter Giovanni Bellini, tradition says its exquisite pink tint was inspired by the colour palette he used in his works. This visually appealing beverage is traditionally served chilled in a champagne flute with no ice, allowing the vivid fruit and crisp sparkling wine to shine through.
Ingredients
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- 15mL fresh peach puree
- 30mL prosecco
Method
- Step 1
Make sure the fresh peach purée and prosecco are sufficiently chilled while you chill a champagne flute in the freezer for at least 10 minutes.
- Step 2
Add the cooled, fresh purée at the bottom of the cold flute and pour the chilled prosecco slowly into the glass, being careful not to foam and keep the effervescence intact.
- Step 3
To combine the ingredients, gently swirl once or twice with a bar spoon, taking care not to lose any fizz; serve immediately.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Choose a drier prosecco to offset the peach purée’s inherent sweetness, resulting in a nuanced, less cloying drink.
Preparation Tip 2
Choose ripe (not bruised) white peaches; they must yield slightly when squeezed gently and have a distinct, sweet aroma, to ensure that the purée is naturally sweet and flavourful, with no need for additional sug
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