With a twist on the Bellini, homemade peach syrup gets a kick from Champagne.
Servings: Makes about 6 servings
Ingredients
The Drink
  • 2 large peaches , cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 bottle Champagne or sparkling wine
Garnish
  • 1 large peach , cut into 6 slices
  • 6 sprigs mint
Directions
Combine peach chunks, sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Allow to rest 30 minutes. Place mixture in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Pour through a strainer, pressing solids to extract flavor and juices. Chill. Discard any solids.

Place about 1 tablespoon peach syrup in each flute and fill with Champagne. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.
From the July 2002 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine

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