Orange Basil Bellini
Serves: 5
Kirstin Bosco
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
59
Spice
44
Sweetness
56
Sourness
37
mins
Prep time (avg)
7.4
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add the water and sugar and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar
2
Remove from the heat, add the basil, and let cool
3
Strain out the basil and refrigerate until ready to use
4
Syrup will last up to 2 weeks in a sealed container in the refrigerator
5
Slice 1/4-inch thick slice from the center of the orange
6
Slice that into quarters and set aside for garnish
7
Squeeze the juice from the 2 remaining halves into a bowl
8
Pour 1 tablespoon orange juice and 1 tablespoon basil simple syrup into a champagne flute
9
For a mocktail, top with sparkling water
10
For a cocktail, add about 1/2 cup prosecco per glass and a splash of sparkling water
11
Garnish with a slice of orange and a basil leaf