Description
Here’s how to make a peach bellini! This sparkling Italian cocktail pairs peach puree and champagne or Prosecco for bubbly fresh flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the peach puree
- 3 large ripe peaches or 1 pound frozen peaches (makes enough for 6 drinks or 1 bottle of champagne)
For each bellini
- 2 ounces (¼ cup) peach puree
- 4 ounces (½ cup) champagne or Prosecco (6 servings in bottle)
- For the garnish: peach slice (optional)
Instructions
- Make the peach puree: If using fresh peaches, peel them according to How to Peel Peaches. Then slice them in half and and use your fingers to pull out the pits. Puree the peaches in a food processor or blender until a smooth puree forms. Taste and if your peaches aren’t perfectly ripe and sweet, add a little sugar, honey or maple syrup, then blend again. Refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.
- To make a bellini: Add the peach puree to a champagne flute or glass. Add a splash of champagne or Prosecco and stir gently to combine. Then add the remaining champagne or Prosecco. Garnish with a peach slice.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Cocktails
