Lemon Rosé Bellini

Summer is creeping up on all of us and there is nothing better than a thirst quenching cocktail on a warm summer day.  Here is one that is light, refreshing, and delicious! Cheers!

Ingredients:

1 spoonful lemon sorbet, softened

1/2 ounce citrus vodka (optional, for a stronger drink)

4 ounces rosé champagne

2 to 3 raspberries, for garnish

Combine the sorbet with the vodka in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Add the champagne and stir. Strain into a chilled champagne flute and garnish with floating raspberries.

Epicurious  | November 2010