Whether you’re toasting the New Year, celebrating Valentine’s Day, hosting a wedding shower, or raising a glass for a new job, this basil-lime-raspberry champagne cocktail makes any gathering feel special.
How to Make a Basil Lime Raspberry Champagne Cocktail
Start by preparing a basil-lime-raspberry simple syrup. In a small saucepan combine the juice of one lime with sugar and water, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in fresh basil and raspberries, allowing the flavors to infuse as the syrup cools.
Once the syrup has cooled completely, pour it into a large pitcher with very cold blush champagne and gently stir. To serve, place a few fresh raspberries into each champagne flute and garnish with lime wedges and basil leaves for a fragrant, colorful finish.
Did you know? One cup of raspberries has only 52 calories, provides about 7 grams of fiber, and is a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Basil Lime Raspberry Champagne Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 bottle blush champagne very cold
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 limes 1 for juice and 1 for garnish
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup fresh basil plus more for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the simple syrup by combining the juice of 1 lime, sugar, and water in a small saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and add 1/3 cup fresh basil and 2/3 cup raspberries. Let the syrup cool.
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Combine the cooled syrup with cold blush champagne in a large pitcher and stir gently.
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Serve in glasses garnished with fresh raspberries, lime wedges, and basil leaves.
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Nutrition
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Additional Info
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