New to Bellini cocktails? Well, here is a simple recipe from The Spruce Eats.
The Famous Bellini Cocktail
Ingredients
For the Peach Puree:
- 4 medium white peaches (white; pitted, quartered)
- 3 ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh; to taste)
- 1/2 tablespoon sugar (or 3/4 ounce simple syrup; to taste)
For the Cocktail:
- 2 ounces peach puree
- 4 ounces Prosecco (or sparkling wine; chilled)
- peach slice, garnish
Steps to Make It
Note: while there are multiple steps to this recipe, this cocktail is broken down into workable categories to help you better plan for preparation and assembly.
Make the Peach Puree
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Gather the ingredients.
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In a blender or food processor, add the peaches, ice, lemon juice, and sugar (or syrup).
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Taste and add more sweetener or lemon juice as needed.
Make the Bellini
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Pour a measurement of peach puree into each Champagne flute.
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Slowly top with sparkling wine while gently stirring to incorporate. If you like, garnish with a slice of peach, either slit and rested on the rim or dropped into the glass.
Serve and enjoy! What Is the Difference Between a Bellini and a Mimosa?
In short, everything. The Bellini is made with Prosseco and peach puree, whereas Mimosas are made with champagne and orange juice, and sometimes other types of sparkling wines.
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