🎉 Introduction
Every celebration deserves a little sparkle — and this Raspberry Champagne Bellini Mocktail brings all the bubbly joy of the holidays without a single drop of alcohol.
Inspired by the traditional Bellini, this festive drink combines fresh raspberries, sparkling juice, and a touch of lemon and honey for balance. The result? A stunning ruby-red mocktail that’s sweet, fizzy, and full of cheer.
It’s the perfect toast for Christmas brunch, Thanksgiving dinner, or New Year’s Eve with friends and family. Beautiful to serve, easy to make, and 100 % inclusive — this elegant mocktail proves that celebration doesn’t need alcohol to shine.
🧰 Equipment Needed
- Blender or food processor
- Fine mesh strainer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small saucepan
- Citrus juicer
- Mixing bowl or pitcher
- Champagne flutes or wine glasses
- Spoon for layering
- Optional: piping bag (for raspberry drizzle)
🛒 Ingredients
🍓 For the Raspberry Puree
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
🍾 For the Bellini Base
- 3 cups sparkling apple cider or sparkling white grape juice (chilled)
- 1 cup raspberry juice or cranberry juice (for color depth)
🌿 Optional Garnish
- Fresh raspberries
- Lemon twist or mint leaves
- Sugar rim (mix sugar + lemon zest for sparkle)
👩🍳 Directions
Step 1 – Make the Raspberry Puree
In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, water, honey, and lemon juice. Simmer over low heat for 5–7 minutes until raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
Step 2 – Blend and Strain
Let cool slightly, then blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. You should have a silky raspberry syrup-puree.
Step 3 – Chill the Mixture
Refrigerate the raspberry puree until completely cold (at least 30 minutes).
Step 4 – Prepare the Glasses
If desired, rub a lemon wedge around the rims of your flutes and dip them in sugar and lemon zest for a sparkling finish.
Step 5 – Assemble the Mocktail
Add 2 tablespoons of raspberry puree into the bottom of each flute. Slowly pour in sparkling cider or sparkling grape juice. The puree will rise and blend beautifully.
Step 6 – Add the Final Touch
Top with a splash of raspberry juice for color, and gently stir once with a spoon handle to create a marble effect.
Step 7 – Garnish and Serve
Add fresh raspberries or a lemon twist on top. Serve immediately while bubbly and chilled.
🍽️ Servings & Timing
- Servings: 6–8 flutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerator: Store leftover raspberry puree in a jar for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze puree in ice-cube trays for up to 2 months. Use cubes for quick mocktail prep.
- Reheating: Serve cold — no reheating required.
🥄 Variations
- Citrus Sparkle Bellini: Add 1 oz orange juice for a tangy twist.
- Berry Medley Bellini: Mix strawberries and raspberries for a layered berry flavor.
- Holiday Punch Style: Multiply the recipe and serve in a large punch bowl with floating raspberries and lemon slices.
- Vanilla Dream Bellini: Add a drop of vanilla extract to the puree for warmth.
- Minty Winter Bellini: Muddle a few mint leaves in the glass before pouring the sparkling cider.
- Cran-Raspberry Bellini: Replace raspberry juice with cranberry juice for a deeper holiday red.
- Frosted Version: Blend the raspberry puree and sparkling cider with ice for a slushy mocktail.
❓ 10 FAQs
1. Can I make the raspberry puree ahead of time?
Yes — make it up to 5 days ahead and store in the fridge.
2. Can kids drink this?
Absolutely! It’s fully alcohol-free and full of natural fruit sweetness.
3. Can I use frozen raspberries?
Yes — thaw them first and drain any excess water before cooking.
4. What can I use instead of honey?
Maple syrup or agave syrup work beautifully for vegan options.
5. Can I use store-bought raspberry syrup?
Yes, but homemade gives a fresher, less sugary flavor.
6. How do I keep it bubbly?
Add sparkling cider only right before serving and avoid stirring too vigorously.
7. Can I make it less sweet?
Use unsweetened sparkling water instead of cider for a lighter version.
8. Can I serve it warm?
It’s best cold — warm versions lose the sparkle.
9. Can I use other fruits?
Yes! Peaches, blackberries, or strawberries make delicious seasonal alternatives.
10. What’s the best glassware for serving?
Champagne flutes showcase the color and bubbles perfectly.
🏁 Conclusion
This Raspberry Champagne Bellini Mocktail is elegance in a glass — bubbly, fruity, and beautifully festive. With its jewel-red color and sparkling finish, it’s the perfect non-alcoholic toast for Christmas mornings, Thanksgiving dinners, or New Year’s celebrations.
It’s quick to make, naturally sweet, and full of vibrant berry flavor — the kind of drink that makes guests smile and kids feel grown-up.
Raise your glass and toast to joy, togetherness, and a sparkling season — no champagne needed!
Raspberry Champagne Bellini Mocktail — Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Christmas & Thanksgiving Drink
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, water, honey, and lemon juice. Simmer over low heat for 5–7 minutes until raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Let cool slightly, then blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. You should have a silky raspberry syrup-puree.
- Refrigerate the raspberry puree until completely cold (at least 30 minutes).
- If desired, rub a lemon wedge around the rims of your flutes and dip them in sugar and lemon zest for a sparkling finish.
- Add 2 tablespoons of raspberry puree into the bottom of each flute. Slowly pour in sparkling cider or sparkling grape juice. The puree will rise and blend beautifully.
- Top with a splash of raspberry juice for color, and gently stir once with a spoon handle to create a marble effect.
- Add fresh raspberries or a lemon twist on top. Serve immediately while bubbly and chilled.
Notes
Yes — make it up to 5 days ahead and store in the fridge. 2. Can kids drink this?
Absolutely! It’s fully alcohol-free and full of natural fruit sweetness. 3. Can I use frozen raspberries?
Yes — thaw them first and drain any excess water before cooking. 4. What can I use instead of honey?
Maple syrup or agave syrup work beautifully for vegan options. 5. Can I use store-bought raspberry syrup?
Yes, but homemade gives a fresher, less sugary flavor. 6. How do I keep it bubbly?
Add sparkling cider only right before serving and avoid stirring too vigorously. 7. Can I make it less sweet?
Use unsweetened sparkling water instead of cider for a lighter version. 8. Can I serve it warm?
It’s best cold — warm versions lose the sparkle. 9. Can I use other fruits?
Yes! Peaches, blackberries, or strawberries make delicious seasonal alternatives. 10. What’s the best glassware for serving?
Champagne flutes showcase the color and bubbles perfectly. 🏁 Conclusion This Raspberry Champagne Bellini Mocktail is elegance in a glass — bubbly, fruity, and beautifully festive. With its jewel-red color and sparkling finish, it’s the perfect non-alcoholic toast for Christmas mornings, Thanksgiving dinners, or New Year’s celebrations. It’s quick to make, naturally sweet, and full of vibrant berry flavor — the kind of drink that makes guests smile and kids feel grown-up. Raise your glass and toast to joy, togetherness, and a sparkling season — no champagne needed!
