Sparkling Peach and Thyme Rose' Cocktail

This was my summer of discovering all my favorite rose' wines. I have nothing against reds and whites but rose' has my heart. Extra points if the weather is hot and the rose' is bubbly.

I'll happily drink my sparkling rose' in an ice cold glass all by itself. But I do love a cocktail and I love making an interesting pitcher drink for a summer party. Gin adds both punch and flavor while still letting the character of the rose' come through. And I certainly can't pass up the sweet juicy summer peaches for cocktail creations.

Cheese and fruit platters are a hit with everyone so I just follow a few simple rules for creating them. Choose 3 cheeses - something hard like an aged cheddar or a great smoked Gouda, something blue like a sharp Gorgonzola or Roquefort and something creamy like brie or goat cheese. Crackers are great but a crusty baguette is easier to spread cheese on and is more substantial to eat. Add some nuts, some dried fruits and some fresh fruit. Normally I like pairing cheese with grapes but the fresh currants I found at the farmer's market were too good to pass up. Viola - a perfect cheese plate.

90+ Cellars strives to bring higher quality wine to the market for a great value. They source their wine from the top-rated wineries around the globe, bottle it under their label and sell it at an incredible price. Wines they choose go through a rigorous tasting process to make sure they meet the high standards of 90+ Cellars. Consumers can then purchase from their website here, or at many local retailers.

I used their Lila Bubbly Rose', from their canned wine brand, for this delicious cocktail for a crowd...or even a crowd of one. Cheers!

Yield: 1 ServingAuthor: Anita Schecter

Sparkling Peach and Thyme Rose' Cocktail

prep time: 5 minscook time: total time: 5 mins

Recipe for a sparkling gin and rose wine cocktail with peach and thyme.

ingredients:

1 oz. Gin

1 oz. Peach juice

1/2 oz. Lemon juice

1/2 oz. Simple syrup (optional)

1 Sprig fresh thyme

4 oz. 90+ Cellars Lila Bubbly Rose' Wine

instructions:

Add the gin, peach juice, lemon juice and simple syrup to a glass. Muddle in the thyme, fill with ice and top with the bubbly rose'. Garnish with slices of fresh peach and lemon.

Use the same proportions to make several servings in a pitcher for a party of guests.

For those who prefer a sparkling white, substitute the Lila Sparkling Vino Frizzante and serve chilled bottles of 90+ Cellars Lot 151 Sauvignon Blanc Coteaux du Giennois for guests who prefer to avoid the bubbles.

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This recipe is sponsored by 90+ Cellars. Thank you for supporting the products I love and use in my kitchen.