Velvet Prelude

Description: The Velvet Prelude is an elegant and sophisticated cocktail designed to whet the appetite and tantalize the senses before any ceremonial event. It features a lush combination of crème de cassis, the sweet blackcurrant liqueur, with a sparkling wine base and a hint of citrus. This cocktail is perfect for receptions, weddings, or any special occasion that deserves a unique and refined touch. Ingredients: - 30 ml Crème de Cassis - 10 ml Fresh Lemon Juice - 15 ml Chambord (raspberry liqueur) - 100 ml Sparkling Wine (Champagne or Prosecco) - Lemon Twist for garnish - Fresh Blackberries for garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine crème de cassis, fresh lemon juice, and Chambord with ice. 2. Shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled flute glass. 4. Top up with the sparkling wine, gently pouring it to preserve the fizz. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist and a couple of fresh blackberries on a cocktail pick. Glass Type: Serve in a traditional flute glass to showcase the cocktail's elegant color and maintain the effervescence of the sparkling wine.