Strawberry Bellini Cocktail
A Strawberry Bellini is a sweet and sparkling cocktail made by mixing fresh strawberry purée with chilled Prosecco. It is the perfect elegant drink for a festive brunch or a romantic toast!
Ingredients
- 4 oz strawberries about 8 medium strawberries, hulled
- 1/4 oz powdered sugar adjust based on how sweet your berries are
- 3 oz prosecco chilled
- 1 Tablespoon Brandy optional, for a stronger kick
Instructions
- Prep the Fruit: Wash your strawberries and cut off the green leafy tops. If the berries are large, slice them in half.
- Blend the Puree: Put the strawberries and powdered sugar into your blender. Pulse until the mix is completely smooth.
- Strain (My Pro Tip): If you dislike strawberry seeds, pour the puree through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl. Use the back of a spoon to push it through. This makes your strawberry bellini cocktail recipe look very professional.
- Chill the Puree: For the best results, put the strawberry mix in the fridge for 10 minutes. A cold base helps keep the bubbles from disappearing too fast.
- Assemble the Drink: Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the strawberry puree into the bottom of a champagne flute.
- Add the Bubbles: Slowly pour the chilled prosecco into the glass. The mix will foam up, so take your time.
- Stir Gently: Use a long spoon to give it one very gentle stir. You want to pull the fruit up from the bottom without losing the fizz.
- Garnish: Slip a small strawberry slice onto the rim of the glass and serve right away.
Notes
- Berry Quality: Frozen strawberries work if fresh ones are out of season. Just thaw them completely before blending.
- Consistency: If the puree is too thick, add a teaspoon of water or orange juice to thin it out.
- Scale Up: To make a pitcher, multiply the ingredients by 6 and mix in a large glass carafe just before your guests arrive.