The Rossini is a type of alcoholic mixed drink made with sweet sparkling wine (Prosecco) and puréed strawberries.[1] The cocktail is the most popular alternative to the classic Bellini.[2]
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Origin of the name
editThe drink was named after the 19th century Italian composer Gioachino Rossini.[3]
Preparation
editBeing a variation of the Bellini cocktail, Rossini is based on the same preparation.[4] Cut two thick slices from one strawberry and reserve. Purée the remaining strawberries and pour into two Champagne flutes. Top up with Prosecco and serve with the strawberry slice on the rim of the glass.[5]
Variations
edit- Bellini. Peach juice or purée are used instead of strawberry syrup and purée
- Mimosa. Strawberry component is replaced by orange juice
- Tintoretto. Consists of Champagne and pomegranate juice
- Puccini. Similar to the Mimosa, but contains tangerine or mandarin juice
– Source: [3]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Rossini Cocktail. Saveur.com September 2012. Retrieved 2012-09-03.
- ^ Strawberry and Prosecco Rossini. Familystylefood.com. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
- ^ a b Rossini. Kakuteru.ru. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
- ^ 10 Iconic Italian Cocktails. Cellartours.com. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
- ^ Strawberry Rossini Cocktail. Femalefirst.co.uk. Retrieved 2014-09-03.