Non-Alcoholic Bellini
A sparkling mocktail version of the classic Italian Bellini, made with peach puree and sparkling cider.
What is this drink?
The Non-Alcoholic Bellini is a graceful mocktail version of Venice's beloved brunch cocktail, combining fresh peach puree with sparkling apple cider for an elegant, festive drink that captures all the Bellini's charm without any Prosecco.
Why you'll love it
Served in a champagne flute with its beautiful golden color and gentle bubbles, this mocktail looks and feels as celebratory and sophisticated as the original — the peach sweetness paired with apple cider's fine bubbles is genuinely lovely.
When to serve
Perfect for brunch celebrations, baby showers, bridal showers, New Year's toasts, wedding brunches, anniversary breakfasts, or any celebratory daytime occasion requiring an elegant, inclusive sparkling drink.
Pro tip
Blend fresh white or yellow peaches and pass through a fine sieve for the silkiest, most refined puree — the texture of the puree directly affects the final drink's elegance, and a perfectly smooth puree creates a beautifully even color throughout.
Peach Puree
Fresh, ripe peach puree is the soul of a Bellini — its sweet, fragrant, and velvety quality defines the drink's entire character and is worth using fresh in-season peaches rather than canned for a dramatically superior result.
Sparkling Apple Cider
A non-alcoholic sparkling cider with fine, persistent bubbles provides the effervescence that transforms this into a proper sparkling drink with all the festive visual quality of Prosecco.
Cold Temperature
Serving the Bellini ice-cold is an essential ingredient in itself — both the puree and the cider should be thoroughly chilled before combining to ensure the finest bubble structure and most refreshing result.
Swap Options
Use mango puree for a tropical Bellini variation. Replace sparkling apple cider with sparkling grape juice for a richer, more wine-like character. Add a splash of passion fruit juice to the peach puree for extra tropical complexity.
Pour puree
Add peach puree to a champagne flute.
Tips:
- •Use cold puree for better texture.
Top with cider
Slowly pour sparkling apple cider on top and stir gently.
Tips:
- •Do not overfill to preserve fizz.
Garnish
Add peach slice on rim.
Tips:
- •Serve immediately.
- Blend ripe peaches for authentic flavor.
- Substitute sparkling grape juice if desired.
Different ways to make this drink your own
Mango Non-Alcoholic Bellini
Replace peach puree with fresh mango puree for a tropical, golden variation. Mango's velvety sweetness and vibrant color create a spectacular mocktail Bellini with an exotic, sunshine-yellow hue that is as impressive as the classic version.
Strawberry Non-Alcoholic Bellini
Use fresh strawberry puree instead of peach for a vivid pink Bellini that is visually stunning. The strawberry's tartness provides a more assertive flavor than peach and the deep pink color makes it a showstopper at any celebration.
Passion Fruit Peach Bellini Mocktail
Add a splash of passion fruit juice to the peach puree for a more complex, tropical variation. The passion fruit's sharp, aromatic tartness cuts through the peach's sweetness and adds a genuinely sophisticated depth to the finished mocktail.
Tools that make this drink come together
Blender
A blender produces the smoothest, most refined peach puree for the Bellini base. Blend until completely smooth, then strain for a silky, lump-free puree that pours cleanly into the glass without any texture breaking the elegant presentation.
Fine Mesh Strainer
Straining peach puree removes skin fragments and fiber, producing the translucent, silky puree that defines a proper Bellini. This extra step is what distinguishes a refined mocktail from a rustic smoothie poured into a champagne flute.
Champagne Flute (Pre-Chilled)
A pre-chilled champagne flute is essential for the Bellini's signature presentation. The narrow shape preserves the sparkling apple cider's carbonation, concentrates the peach aroma, and makes the drink look elegant and celebratory from the first pour.
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Mash very ripe peach with a fork and strain through a regular strainer. Any stemmed wine glass or tall narrow glass substitutes for a champagne flute. Chill the glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for the best carbonation and presentation.
The right glass makes a real difference
Champagne Flute (Pre-Chilled)
A pre-chilled champagne flute is the only appropriate glass for a Bellini — its narrow form preserves the sparkling cider's bubbles for the longest possible time, concentrates the peach aroma beautifully, and creates the unmistakable Bellini silhouette that signals celebration and elegance at any gathering. The stem prevents your hand from warming the drink.
Alternatives
A coupe glass creates a vintage, 1920s-inspired presentation that is equally elegant. A stemless champagne flute works if stemmed glasses are unavailable. Avoid wide wine glasses — they flatten the carbonation too quickly and destroy the Bellini's essential effervescent character.
Perfect food pairings to complete the experience
Prosciutto and Cantaloupe
The classic Italian combination of sweet melon and salty cured ham echoes the Bellini's peach character while the prosciutto's saltiness amplifies the mocktail's fruit sweetness. A genuinely authentic Italian aperitivo pairing.
Ricotta Crostini with Honey
Creamy ricotta on toasted crostini with a drizzle of honey and fresh peach slices creates a cohesive, peach-focused Italian appetizer. The ricotta's mild creaminess and the honey's floral sweetness are natural companions to the Bellini.
Smoked Salmon Blinis
Delicate smoked salmon blinis with crème fraîche and dill create an elegant brunch pairing for the Non-Alcoholic Bellini. The salmon's richness and the peach mocktail's bright sweetness make a sophisticated, celebratory brunch combination.
White Chocolate Bark with Dried Peach
White chocolate with dried peach pieces creates a dessert that mirrors the Bellini's peachy sweetness in a richer, more indulgent form. The white chocolate's vanilla creaminess parallels the sparkling apple cider's gentle sweetness.
Prep in advance for effortless serving
Make Peach Puree the Day Before
Blend and strain fresh peach puree up to 24 hours ahead, storing in a sealed jar with a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning. Having smooth puree ready means each Bellini takes only seconds to assemble — essential for serving guests quickly.
Chill Flutes in the Freezer
Place champagne flutes in the freezer at least 20 minutes before serving. Frosted flutes keep the sparkling cider colder, maintain carbonation longer, and create an instantly impressive presentation that guests always notice and appreciate.
Chill Sparkling Cider Overnight
Ensure sparkling apple cider is thoroughly cold from overnight refrigeration. Cold sparkling cider poured over cold peach puree maintains bubbles for significantly longer than room-temperature cider, keeping the Bellini effervescent throughout.
Set Up a Bellini Bar
For a party, set out pre-made peach puree in a small pitcher alongside chilled sparkling cider bottles and frosted flutes. Guests pour their own puree (about an inch in the flute) and top with cider — a simple, elegant self-serve format that creates instant festivity.
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