Ingredients
Equipment
Method
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.
Notes
🧊 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!
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!