Ginger Pear Bellini
Recipe by Emma Laperruque
Traditionally, bellinis were prepared with champagne and pureed peaches. Today, they’re often made with any sparkling wine and any variety of fruits. Either way, a bellini is a bright, refreshing cocktail that all but screams summer in its delicate champagne flute. Here, the sweetness of pears combines with the sharpness of ginger to create a near-addictive twist on this increasingly popular drink. Add a splash of vodka and it will become all the more admired. (Or leave as is if you want to swap out the ol’ mimosa at brunch.)
Prep Details
Servings: 6
Calories per serving: 96 per serving
Ingredients
Ginger simple syrup
6 inches fresh ginger, peeled and diced
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Bellini
1/2 cup ginger simple syrup
2 large pears cored, pureed and well chilled
6 ounces SKYY vodka
1 bottle champagne or sparkling wine
Directions
Photo: a_beyer
1. Combine the ginger, sugar, and water together in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Cover and let rest for a half hour. Strain and refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Combine 1/2 cup ginger simple syrup and pureed pears. Refrigerate this mixture until ready to make drinks.
3. In each glass, add a spoonful of the ginger-pear mixture, then an ounce of vodka. Fill with champagne and repeat as needed.
