This Raspberry Bellini with Lime Brunch Cocktail is a sweet, refreshing way to toast any special occasion, brunch, or al fresco lunch or dinner.
Between Easter, Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo and a season full of spring birthdays, baby showers and bridal showers, there are plenty of reasons to entertain at home. When you want a bubbly, elegant alternative to a mimosa, this raspberry bellini is an ideal choice.
Unlike some overly sweet chain-restaurant versions, a properly made bellini balances fruit sweetness with the bright acidity of sparkling wine. At home you can adjust the sweetness and intensity to suit your taste, creating a light, refreshing drink perfect for daytime gatherings.
Raspberry Bellinis: The Perfect Brunch Cocktail
Bellinis pair pureed fruit with sparkling wine, offering a lovely blend of sweetness and effervescence. The raspberries lend a vibrant color and natural sweetness while the Prosecco contributes a lively acidity and fizz. The result is a celebratory, fruity cocktail that’s particularly delightful at brunch.
These cocktails feel special without being fussy — a great way to elevate a casual brunch or an outdoor meal. Serve chilled in champagne flutes for an elegant presentation.
Just Add Prosecco
Prosecco is an approachable, affordable sparkling wine from Italy made with the Glera grape. Its bright fruit notes and lively bubbles make it an excellent match for fruit-forward bellinis. You can use any quality Prosecco you enjoy; the wine brings balance and lift to the puree.
For everyday entertaining, a modestly priced Prosecco delivers festive bubbles without breaking the bank. Choose a bottle you like to drink on its own and it will work beautifully in this cocktail.
Bellini Brunch Cocktail Food Pairings
Raspberry bellinis pair well with light appetizers and fresh, spring ingredients. The acidity and effervescence complement seafood hors d’oeuvres like seared scallop skewers, prosciutto-wrapped melon and smoked tuna on pear slices.
They also match nicely with entrees featuring spring vegetables, delicate fish such as poached halibut or slow-cooked salmon, and pasta with fresh seasonal produce. For dessert, fruity sweets like mini fruit tarts make an especially harmonious pairing with the lime and raspberry flavors in the drink.
The citrus brightness from lime in both the cocktail and fruit desserts creates a cohesive flavor profile that feels light and celebratory.
Customize your Bellini Brunch Cocktail
This recipe is easily adaptable. Frozen raspberries work well and are convenient year-round, but you can substitute other fruits to suit your preference — mango, strawberries, blueberries or peaches all make excellent bellini bases. Adjust the sugar to taste depending on the fruit’s sweetness and whether you prefer a drier or sweeter cocktail.
Raspberry Bellini with Lime Recipe
Raspberry Bellini with Lime
Ingredients
- 1 cup Prosecco
- 1-1/4 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh lime zest
- Extra raspberries and fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Prosecco, frozen raspberries, sugar, lime juice and lime zest in a blender. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into chilled champagne flutes.
- Garnish with additional raspberries and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline only.
Have you ever had a bellini before? What’s your favorite fruit to incorporate into brunch cocktails?
This content reflects the author’s own views and experience.