Rossini (cocktail)
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The Rossini is a type of alcoholic mixed drink made with sweet sparkling wine (Prosecco) and puréed strawberries.[http://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Classic-Rossini Rossini Cocktail]. Saveur.com September 2012. Retrieved 2012-09-03. The cocktail is the most popular alternative to the classic Bellini.[http://familystylefood.com/2013/05/strawberry-and-prosecco-rossini/ Strawberry and Prosecco Rossini]. Familystylefood.com. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
Origin of the name
The drink was named after the 19th century Italian composer Gioachino Rossini.[http://www.kakuteru.ru/rossini.html?lang=en Rossini]. Kakuteru.ru. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
Preparation
Being a variation of the Bellini cocktail, Rossini is based on the same preparation.[http://www.cellartours.com/blog/italy/10-iconic-italian-cocktails 10 Iconic Italian Cocktails]. Cellartours.com. Retrieved 2014-09-03. Cut two thick slices from one strawberry and reserve. Purée the remaining strawberries and pour into two Champagne flutes. Top up with Prosecco and serve with the strawberry slice on the rim of the glass.[http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/foodanddrink/strawberry-rossini-cocktail-298849.html Strawberry Rossini Cocktail]. Femalefirst.co.uk. Retrieved 2014-09-03.
Variations
- Bellini. Peach juice or purée are used instead of strawberry syrup and purée
- Mimosa. Strawberry component is replaced by orange juice
- Tintoretto. Consists of Champagne and pomegranate juice
- Puccini. Similar to the Mimosa, but contains tangerine or mandarin juice