Bellini cocktails are an elegant peach-and-champagne drink that combines peach nectar, lemon juice, schnapps, and chilled dry champagne. Perfect for parties, this recipe can also be blended into a frozen version.
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Mix the peach nectar, lemon juice, and schnapps, in a chilled glass.
Add 1/2 cup (or more) crushed ice and stir.
Add champagne.
***May be prepared in a blender to make a frozen drink.
Bellinis are best served immediately after preparation. Pre-mixed base (nectar, lemon juice, schnapps) keeps refrigerated for up to 2 days; add ice and champagne fresh.
blender (optional, for frozen version)
Mix the peach nectar, lemon juice, and schnapps ahead of time and chill. Add crushed ice and champagne just before serving to maintain carbonation.
Blend all ingredients together instead of stirring. The recipe notes this method produces a frozen drink version.
Use dry champagne (brut or extra brut) to balance the sweetness of the peach nectar and schnapps.
Peach liqueur or peach brandy can work, though they may alter sweetness. Adjust to taste.
