|
|
||
| Recipe -- Framcello | ||
(full size image 387Kb .jpg)At Perennial Vintners we're not stuffy -- although our Frambelle raspberry port-style dessert wine is wonderful on it's own, it also makes for a fantastic layered cocktail. When mixed with an Italian Limoncello liqueur you have a very showy dessert drink with flavors to write home about! It's deceptively simple to make, but may take a bit of practice to get just right. It also takes a touch of preparation... The first step is to put the Limoncello bottle into your freezer. (Don't worry, under normal settings the high alcohol will prevent it from freezing/breaking the bottle.) I'd recommend simply storing your Limoncello this way all the time -- it's lovely when served chilled. Note that in Washington State, Limoncello can only be bought in State Liquor stores. Start by pouring Frambelle into the glass. Ideally use a narrowish funnel-shaped cordial-style glass, preferably smallish as this drink will have about 20-25% alcohol. Fill it about one third full. Here's the tricky part -- very slowly, pour the Limoncello down the side of the glass. You may need to use your other hand to tip glass somewhat. (People used to pouring a beer with a good head seem to already have the knack for this.) Slowly, gently, add about 1/3 glass of Limoncello. The limoncello will go to the bottom of the glass, displacing the Frambelle upwards in a nice clean line. If the Limoncello is not cold, if you pour the Limoncello too rapidly, or if you simply pour the Limoncello into the glass you'll still have a lovely tasting drink, but you won't get the attractive layering. |
||