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Berry Infusion Bellini with Thyme and Mint Twist

Berry Infusion Bellini with Thyme and Mint Twist

Author Mike Donovan

Mike Donovan

Tue Jun 18 2024

This Berry Infusion Bellini captures the essence of summer's peak seasonality, featuring sweet peaches and cooling thyme-infused simple syrup. The Brie cubes add an unexpected creaminess that harmonizes with champagne while mint leaves provide a refreshing finishing touch.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Thyme-infused simple syrup
  • 1 large peach, approximately 1/2 cup Peach puree (fresh peaches)
  • 6 oz Champagne or sparkling wine
  • 4-5 cubes Brie frozen into cubes
  • 10-12 leaves Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the thyme simple syrup by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan. Add a sprig of fresh thyme, heat until sugar dissolves, then let it steep for at least an hour before straining out the thyme.
  • Blend peaches with ice to create puree.
  • In a champagne flute or glass, layer the peach puree and Brie frozen into cubes (the cheese will add creaminess).
  • Pour in chilled thyme simple syrup over the mixture. Top off with sparkling wine to create effervescence.
  • Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing twist.

Tags: summer cocktail, seasonal ingredients, refreshing drink

Glassware: Champagne flute or a tall Collins glass

Classification: Cocktails & Drinks (Dive Bar/Home Bar Classics)