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Toast to summer with an iconic Italian cocktail
The peach melba Sgroppino offers a fun, fruity take on the traditional recipe while keeping that creamy, bubbly charm.
The Sgroppino is an iconic Italian cocktail, traditionally made with lemon sorbet, Prosecco, and a touch of vodka, often enjoyed as a light and refreshing palate cleanser after a meal. But when you add the flavours of a classic peach melba dessert you get a deliciously fruity twist that’s perfect for summer sipping or adding a bit of sparkle to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 scoop peach sorbet
- 50ml Prosecco (or any sparkling wine)
- 15ml vodka
- 6 – 8 fresh raspberries
- Fresh peach slice and mint sprig for garnish
Method
- Gently muddle the raspberries in a glass or cocktail shaker to release their juices. You can strain the mixture if you prefer a smoother drink, but leaving some raspberry pieces adds texture and flavour.
- In a mixing bowl or cocktail shaker, add the peach sorbet, Prosecco, and vodka. Stir or whisk gently until the sorbet melts slightly.
- Add the muddled raspberries to the sorbet mixture, then pour the cocktail into a chilled glass.
- Top with a fresh peach slice, extra raspberries, and a sprig of mint.
Top tip: The peach melba Sgroppino pairs wonderfully with light appetisers, fruit platters, or even desserts like a fruit tart.
