Raspberry Blush Prosecco Cocktail

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A close-up of a sparkling Raspberry Cocktail in a glass with fresh raspberries and a twist of lemon peel. Bubbles are visible on the surface, giving this Prosecco Cocktail a refreshing appearance.

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Raspberry Blush Prosecco Cocktail made with fresh raspberry syrup and chilled prosecco. An easy, elegant drink for parties, brunch, or date night.

Know Before You Scroll

Servings: 2

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 7 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

Raspberries, sugar, water, prosecco, lemon juice (optional)

Lightly sweet, bright, fresh raspberry with crisp bubbles

Small saucepan, fine mesh sieve, champagne flute or coupe

Always chill the syrup completely so it doesn’t flatten the prosecco

Make the syrup up to one week ahead

Use strawberries or blackberries for a different blush tone

Three champagne flutes filled with a Raspberry Blush—pink sparkling drink, each garnished with fresh raspberries and a lemon twist. A bottle, cork, metal jigger, and loose raspberries are in the background on a white surface.

In The Test Kitchen

I wanted this cocktail to feel polished but effortless, something that looks special without requiring bartender-level skills. Making a quick raspberry simple syrup instead of muddling fruit was the key. It gives the drink a smooth blush color, clean berry flavor, and just enough sweetness without clouding the prosecco. Adding lemon juice is optional, but I found it really lifts the raspberry and keeps the drink from tipping too sweet.

Close-up of a sparkling Raspberry Cocktail being poured from a bottle into a glass, with bubbles forming on top and a red fruit visible at the bottom of the light pink beverage.

Ingredient Notes

a bowl of frozen raspberries, fresh raspberries, sugar, water, a bottle of Prosecco for the perfect Raspberry Cocktail, and a whole lemon.

Dry or brut prosecco for balance

Cava or other dry sparkling wine

Omit entirely if you prefer a softer, sweeter drink

You can find the full, printable recipe at the top of this post, but you can read the detailed instructions with photos for each step below.

Step By Step Instructions

Make the Raspberry Simple Syrup

Add ½ cup raspberries, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup water to a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the berries begin to break down, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a jar, pressing gently to extract all the liquid. Chill until completely cold.

A collage of four images shows the stages of making raspberry sauce, perfect for a Raspberry Cocktail—from cooking raspberries to straining and serving the finished sauce in a clear bowl.

Build the Cocktail

Add 1 ounce raspberry simple syrup to a champagne flute or coupe glass. Add ½ ounce fresh lemon juice, if using. Slowly top with 4 ounces chilled prosecco, pouring gently to preserve the bubbles.

first, raspberry syrup in a glass, then Prosecco being poured, and finally, raspberries floating in a fizzy pink Prosecco cocktail.

Serve & Enjoy

Garnish with fresh raspberries or a twist of lemon peel and serve immediately.

Three clear glasses filled with a pink Raspberry Blush sparkling drink, each garnished with raspberries and a curled lemon peel on the rim, against a white background.

A close-up of a sparkling Raspberry Cocktail in a glass with fresh raspberries and a twist of lemon peel. Bubbles are visible on the surface, giving this Prosecco Cocktail a refreshing appearance.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Total Time: 17 minutes

Serves 2

For the Raspberry Simple Syrup:

▢ ½ cup fresh raspberries (or frozen)
▢ ½ cup granulated sugar
▢ ½ cup water

For the Cocktail:

▢ 4 oz chilled prosecco (dry or brut works best)
▢ 1 oz raspberry simple syrup (or more to taste)
▢ ½ oz fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
▢ Fresh raspberries or a lemon twist (for garnish)

In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and water.
Bring to a low simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and berries begin to break down (about 5–7 minutes).
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a jar, pressing gently to extract all the liquid.
Chill until cold. (You can make this up to a week ahead and store it in the fridge.)
Add 1 oz raspberry simple syrup to a champagne flute or coupe glass.
Add ½ oz lemon juice, if using.
Slowly top with 4 oz chilled prosecco — pour gently to avoid overflow.
Garnish with a few fresh raspberries dropped in or a twist of lemon peel on the rim.

Erren’s Top Tips

Chill both the syrup and the prosecco before assembling for the best bubbles
Pour the prosecco slowly down the side of the glass to prevent overflow
Taste the syrup first; raspberry sweetness can vary, so adjust to taste
For parties, keep syrup and prosecco separate and let guests assemble

Variations & Add-Ins

Add a splash of elderflower liqueur for floral notes
Swap lemon juice for orange peel for a softer citrus aroma
Top with a few crushed frozen raspberries for a slushy-style finish
Turn it into a mocktail using sparkling water or non-alcoholic prosecco

Storage & Make-Ahead

The raspberry simple syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Assemble cocktails just before serving to maintain carbonation.