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Love Potion Cocktail

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A quick and easy homemade cocktail blending fresh raspberries, vanilla, honey, lemon juice, and sparkling wine for a romantic and refreshing drink.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) sparkling wine or champagne (Prosecco works great too)
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka (optional)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the raspberry puree: Place ½ cup fresh raspberries into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, about 30 seconds. For a seedless texture, strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing gently with a spoon to extract all the juice (about 2 minutes).
  2. Mix the base: In a cocktail shaker or large jar, combine the raspberry puree, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons honey, and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice. Add vodka if using (2 ounces / 60 ml). Seal and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to blend and chill.
  3. Prepare your glasses: Fill champagne flutes halfway with ice cubes to keep the drink cool (optional).
  4. Assemble the cocktail: Pour about 2 ounces (60 ml) of the raspberry mixture into each glass. Slowly top off with about 4 ounces (120 ml) sparkling wine or champagne per glass, pouring gently to maintain the fizz.
  5. Garnish and serve: Add a few fresh raspberries and a sprig of mint to each glass. Serve immediately to keep bubbles lively.

Notes

Warm honey slightly if thick to blend smoothly. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Straining raspberry puree is optional but recommended for smooth texture. Chill sparkling wine before serving and pour gently to preserve bubbles. Raspberry puree can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated; add sparkling wine just before serving.

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