The Bellini is a famous Italian aperitivo combining ripe peach with sparkling prosecco in a delicately colored flute.
Blend the peaches into a smooth puree, chill everything well, and add the prosecco slowly to preserve the bubbles.
Choose fragrant ripe peaches and strain the puree if it is fibrous. Cold ingredients make the finished drink bright and balanced.
Serving Suggestions
Serve in chilled flutes with a peach slice alongside olives, almonds, or light antipasti.
Recipe Notes
The peach puree can be refrigerated for one day. Add prosecco only when ready to serve.
Classic Italian Bellini Cocktail
A delicate sparkling cocktail made with ripe peach puree, prosecco, lemon, and a fresh peach garnish.
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger
- Champagne flutes
- Bar spoon
Ingredients
Bellini
- 2 medium ripe white peaches peeled and pitted
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar optional
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 8 oz chilled prosecco
- 1 piece peach slice for garnish
Instructions
Make the puree:
- Blend the peaches with the sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Strain the puree if needed and chill it well.
Build the Bellini:
- Pour 2 ounces of peach puree into each chilled flute.
- Slowly top each glass with 4 ounces of prosecco.
- Stir once gently with a bar spoon and garnish with a peach slice.
Notes
- Use ripe, fragrant peaches for the best flavor.
- Pour prosecco slowly to control the foam.
- Keep the puree and wine cold before mixing.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gSodium: 8mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g