Description
Sgroppino is a refreshing Italian cocktail that blends chilled Prosecco, creamy lemon sorbet, and a splash of vodka. Ideal for warm days, this delightful drink is garnished with fresh mint and optional lemon zest, offering a light and elegant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of chilled Prosecco (about 250 ml)
- 1/2 cup of lemon sorbet (about 120 ml)
- 1/4 cup of vodka (about 60 ml)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Optional: lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. Ensure your Prosecco is well-chilled for the best experience.
- Choose your glassware. Use elegant coupe glasses or flutes for serving Sgroppino to maintain the cocktail’s chill.
- Prepare the sorbet. If using store-bought lemon sorbet, let it sit for a few minutes to soften. For homemade, blend fresh lemon juice, sugar, and water, then freeze until firm.
- Mix the ingredients. In a mixing bowl, add the softened lemon sorbet. Pour in the vodka and gently mix until smooth and creamy, keeping some texture.
- Add the Prosecco. Slowly pour in the chilled Prosecco while gently folding it into the sorbet mixture to maintain bubbles. Stir until just combined for a frothy texture.
- Taste and adjust. Taste the mixture. Add more sorbet for sweetness or a squeeze of lemon juice for tartness as desired.
- Chill your glasses. Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Pour the mixture. Carefully pour the Sgroppino mixture into the chilled glasses, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Garnish. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and optional lemon zest for added aroma.
- Serve immediately. Serve the Sgroppino fresh to enjoy the delightful frothy texture.
Notes
- Use high-quality Prosecco and fresh lemon sorbet for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different sorbet flavors like raspberry or mango for a unique twist.
- Adjust the alcohol content by reducing or increasing vodka or Prosecco as desired.
- You can prepare the sorbet mixture ahead of time and store it in the freezer, letting it soften before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes