Bellini Moonshiners

Name: Bellini Moonshiners
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 ripe peaches; 32 basil leaves; 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar; Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup); 1 1/2 c. moonshine; 1 liter sparkling water; 1 bottle Champagne

By Tasia MalakasisPublished: Jun 1, 2013

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Yields:

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

10 mins

Cal/Serv:

211

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Alabama chef David Bancroft devised Bellini Moonshiners — a high-low mix of fancy champagne and Lincoln County Lightning Whiskey. Fresh peaches and basil add a taste of summer.

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Directions

1. Step 1In a large jug, muddle peaches, basil, and sugar using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon. Add 4 cups ice.
2. Step 2Add lime juice and moonshine, and stir well. To serve, divide mixture evenly among 8 highball glasses and top off with sparkling water and champagne.
3. Step 3Garnish each glass with a basil leaf, and serve immediately.