Move over, mimosas! This bellini cocktail also deserves a place on the brunch table. It’s made with two simple ingredients: peach puree and prosecco.
A bellini cocktail is the perfect fun and bubbly drink to serve at brunch. It’s refreshing and delicious, and although it feels fancy, it’s very simple to make. You only need two ingredients: peach puree and prosecco. I love fresh peaches, and I love sparkling wine, so obviously, I love this bellini recipe. I think you will too!
What is a bellini?
The bellini cocktail (not to be confused with Giovanni Bellinithe artist, or Vincenzo Bellini, the composer) was invented by Giuseppe Cipriani, the founder of Harry’s Bar, in Venice, Italy, around 1948. In its simplest form, it consists of 2 parts prosecco to 1 part white peach puree. These days, some recipes also call for peach juice or peach schnapps for a stronger peach flavor.
Peach Bellini Recipe Ingredients
I keep my bellini recipe close to the original, calling for just two ingredients:
- Peaches – Nice white peaches are rare where I live, so I usually use yellow ones. I think both are fantastic! If fresh peaches are out of season, this recipe will work just as well with frozen ones. Let them thaw at room temperature for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator before mixing.
- Prosecco – You don’t have anything handy? Feel free to use another sparkling white wine, like champagne, in a pinch.
Garnish your glass with peach slices and a sprig of fresh mint!
Find the complete recipe with measurements below.
How to Make a Bellini Cocktail
The first step in this bellini recipe is making peach puree, which is easy to make in a blender.
If you are using fresh peaches, you need to peel them first. I think the easiest way to do this is by peeling the vegetable. Just make sure to press lightly so the fruit doesn’t peel too much! If you don’t peel the peaches, you’ll need to strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer before making the cocktails. This step can be messy, so I prefer to peel the peaches first and skip the straining.
If you are using frozen peaches, let them thaw before mixing.
Once thawed/peeled, pop the peaches into a blender and puree until smooth.
Next, pour the cocktails. Pour 2 ounces of peach puree into a champagne flute, and top it with 4 ounces of chilled prosecco. Remember that the prosecco will come out as you pour it, so make sure to pour slowly! Mix gently to combine.
Then, garnish your glass with peach slices and fresh mint, and enjoy!
Delivery Suggestions
This peach bellini recipe is a delicious drink to serve at brunch. Add it to an Easter or Mother’s Day spread with a spinach quiche, green saladand carrot cake cupcakesor serve it with any of these brunch recipes:
If you want to get ahead, you can make the peach puree up to a day in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you’re ready to make peach bellini cocktails.
More Favorite Cocktail Recipes
If you like this peach bellini recipe, try one of these fresh cocktails next:
Bellini
Serving 1
Learn how to make bellini! This classic sparkling cocktail is fruity, refreshing, and perfect for brunch. Easy to make with 2 ingredients: peaches and prosecco.
For the peach puree:
- 1½ pound ripe peaches*, about 4, peeled, pitted, and sliced
For each cocktail:
- 2 ounces peach puree
- 4 ounces chilled prosecco
- Peach slices, for decoration
- Fresh mint, for decoration
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Make the peach puree. Puree peaches in a blender until smooth.
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Make every cocktail. Pour 2 ounces (¼ cup) peach puree into a champagne flute and top with prosecco. Mix gently to combine. Garnish with a peach slice and a sprig of fresh mint.
*Frozen peaches (thawed before use) work well here.
Sources: S. Irene Vibila’s LA Times article about Harry’s Bar and Nigella Lawson NY Times article about Venetian food