Refreshing Peach Bellini

Bellinis are a very popular summer drink in my hometown of Calgary. This recipe comes from "O Magazine". Cook time includes 1/2 hour rest time.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  large  peaches, cut into chunks
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 2  teaspoons lemon juice
• 1  bottle  champagne or 1  bottle  sparkling wine

• Garnish

• 1  large  peach, cut into 6 slices
• 6  sprigs mint

Directions

1. Combine peach chunks, sugar, and lemon juice.
2. Allow to sit 30 minutes.
3. Bring to a boil, stirring in sugar until dissolved.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
6. Pour through a strainer, pressing solids to extract flavor and juices.
7. Chill and discard solids.
8. Place about 1 tbsp of the peach syrup in a flute and fill with champagne.
9. Garnish with a peach slice and mint sprig.