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Porto Pera
Early Summer 2024
In much of Southern Europe, one of the simple pleasures of summer is an easy mix of sparkling wine blended with lemon sorbet and served up as a cool aperitif cocktail. Inspired by that tradition, this drink is made with pear sorbet and vinho verde (literally, “green wine”), a style of young wine that’s typically lower in alcohol, lightly fizzy and fresh-tasting, commonly made in the wineries of northern Portugal.
Makes 1 drink
4 tbsp (60 mL) pear sorbet
5 oz vinho verde
1 pear wedge for garnish
1. Combine the sorbet and vinho verde in a blender and blend on low for 5 seconds or until it has a smooth, even consistency. Pour into a small ice cream glass and garnish with a wedge of fresh pear.
Makes 1 drink
