Peachy Keen Brunch Cocktails
When summer rolls around, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a refreshing Bellini, featuring the star of the season: fresh peaches! This sweet and bubbly drink is the perfect accompaniment to a sunny brunch gathering.
The Secret to Sweet Success
The key to a great Bellini lies in the balance of flavors. The ripeness of your peaches will determine the level of sweetness in your purée, so be prepared to adjust the amount of sugar and liqueur to taste.
Gather Your Ingredients
For this recipe, you’ll need:
- 1 1/4 pounds of yellow peaches (about 3 medium peaches)
- 3 ounces of peach liqueur (such as Stirrings or Briottet Crème de Pêche de Vigne)
- 1/2 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Granulated sugar (as needed)
- 2 (750-milliliter) bottles of brut sparkling wine, chilled
Peachy Preparation
Using a vegetable peeler, peel the peaches, remove and discard the pits, and cut the fruit into large chunks. Next, blend the peaches, liqueur, and lemon juice until smooth. Taste the purée and add sugar 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired level of sweetness.
Chill Out
Transfer the purée to a container, cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 2 hours. This step is crucial, so don’t skip it!
Time to Shine
To serve, slowly pour 4 ounces of sparkling wine into a champagne flute. Add 1 1/2 ounces of the purée (be careful, the wine will foam), stir gently, and serve immediately. Pair with salmon hash and mini frittatas for a satisfying brunch, or with a Peach Cobbler or Peach Crisp recipe for a sweet dessert.
The Bottom Line
This Bellini recipe yields 10 drinks, takes only 10 minutes of active time, and requires a mere 2 hours of chilling time. With its ease of preparation and impressive presentation, it’s the perfect drink to impress your friends and family at your next brunch gathering.
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