Cocktail
Tintoretto
How to make a Tintoretto - the elegant Venetian aperitif of prosecco and fresh pomegranate juice. The fruity, sparkling sister of the Bellini.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Champagne fluteGlass
1Serving(s)
The Tintoretto is an elegant Venetian aperitif and the fruity, tart sister of the famous Bellini. Fresh pomegranate juice meets sparkling prosecco to create a deep red, festive drink. Named after the great painter, it brings a piece of Harry’s Bar flair from Venice into the glass.
Instructions
- Pour the fresh pomegranate juice with a dash of lemon into a champagne flute.
- Slowly top up with the well-chilled prosecco.
- Stir carefully with a bar spoon.
- Add a few pomegranate seeds to the glass.
- Serve immediately while the bubbles are fresh.
Garnish: Pomegranate seeds
Pro tip: Pomegranate juice and prosecco should be well chilled and the sparkling wine added slowly, so the fine bubbles are preserved and nothing foams over.
Frequently asked questions
What sets the Tintoretto apart from the Bellini?
While the Bellini is made with peach puree, the Tintoretto uses fresh pomegranate juice, which makes it slightly more tart and deeper red in color.
Where does the name Tintoretto come from?
The cocktail is named after the Venetian painter Tintoretto and joins the tradition of the Harry's Bar aperitifs from Venice.
Can I use champagne instead of prosecco?
Yes, a dry champagne or sparkling wine works too, but prosecco remains the authentic Italian version.
Ingredients
- Fresh pomegranate juice5 cl
- Prosecco (well chilled)10 cl
- Lemon juice1 dash
- Pomegranate seedsa few
