Luxurious Lychee Rosé Saffron Bellini

This luxurious and visually stunning cocktail is perfect for hosting guests or enjoying a special occasion. Inspired by the iconic drink at Dishoom, a renowned Bombay-inspired restaurant in London, this cocktail begins with a bottle of chilled sparkling rosé. It is elevated by a saffron and spice-infused simple syrup, as well as a raspberry puree that lends a fruity flavor complementing the lychee juice. Crafting this cocktail in a champagne flute with an edible gold leaf rim is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on your guests. Cheers!

Luxurious Lychee Rosé Saffron Bellini

A visually stunning cocktail with the perfect blend of sparkling rosé, saffron simple syrup, raspberry puree, and lychee juice, served in a champagne flute with an edible gold leaf rim.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/8 cup water
  • 1/8 cup sugar
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 1 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • A pinch of saffron
  • 1/4 cup raspberries
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz saffron simple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons raspberry puree
  • 1/8 cup lychee juice
  • 1/8 bottle sparkling rosé
  • Edible gold leaf, for garnish

Instructions

  1. To make the saffron simple syrup, combine sugar, water, green cardamom pods, star anise, cinnamon stick, and saffron in a saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat, let the syrup cool to room temperature, then strain and set aside.
  4. For the raspberry puree, heat all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the raspberries start to break down.
  5. Blend the mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth, adding small splashes of water as needed.
  6. In a pitcher, combine saffron simple syrup, raspberry puree, and lychee juice, and gently stir to combine.
  7. Carefully pour the sparkling rosé into the mixture.
  8. Garnish champagne flutes with edible gold leaf flakes.
  9. Pour the prepared bellini into the garnished champagne flutes and serve immediately.