Rosemary-Grape Sparkler
Serves 6
Time 10 min
Light and refreshing with just a hint of autumn, this sparkler is a serious crowd-pleaser for entertaining. Make this drink bolder by using red grapes instead of green for the syrup and topping with Lambrusco or sparkling red wine.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup red grapes, halved horizontally
- 1 (750.0-ml) bottle dry sparkling white wine, such as Prosecco
Method
In a small food processor or blender, purée green grapes until they are the consistency of loose jam.
Combine grape purée, sugar, 1/2 cup water and rosemary in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
Cool syrup completely and remove rosemary sprigs before serving.
Makes about 1 cup simple syrup; refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
To serve, divide red grapes among 6 flutes.
Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons simple syrup into each flute and top with sparkling wine. Garnish each with a rosemary sprig.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 1 drink, 150 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 0mg sodium, 16g carbohydrates (0g dietary fiber, 13g sugar), 0g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup red grapes, halved horizontally
- 1 (750.0-ml) bottle dry sparkling white wine, such as Prosecco