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The Royal Blush Cocktail

The Royal Blush Cocktail Recipe
A light, fruity pink cocktail that blends gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon, and a bubbly top of sparkling wine.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Hawthorne strainer
  • Coupe or martini glass
  • Citrus juicer
  • Small knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz gin
  • 0.5 oz raspberry liqueur Chambord works well
  • 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 2 oz sparkling wine or Prosecco, chilled
  • 1 fresh raspberries or lemon twist garnish
  • ice

Instructions

  • Fill your shaker halfway with ice.
  • Add gin, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake hard for about 10 seconds until well-chilled.
  • Double strain into a chilled coupe.
  • Top gently with chilled sparkling wine.
  • Garnish with a raspberry or lemon twist and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust simple syrup to taste to balance sweetness and acidity. If you’re out of raspberry liqueur, muddle a few fresh raspberries with sugar before shaking. Serve right away to keep the fizz lively.