Raspberry Sorbettini turns fruity raspberry sorbet into a vibrant frozen-dessert-inspired cocktail. Tart lemon juice balances the sorbet’s sweetness, while white rum adds a clean warmth without overpowering the raspberry flavor.
American · Italian
Raspberry Sorbettini
Sometimes I want a little something sweet after dinner, but I’m having too much fun visiting to bring the evening to an end. This Raspberry Sorbettini feels like a lovely way to keep the conversation going—with dessert right in the glass! Raspberry sorbet gives it that beautiful berry flavor and color, fresh lemon adds a tart little kick, and white rum brings everything together. I love taking the Italian idea of sorbetto and giving it a playful cocktail-party twist. Shake it up, pour it into a chilled martini glass, and you have a pretty little treat worth lingering over.
Mary’s Introduction
Why These Flavors Work
Raspberry sorbet supplies concentrated fruit flavor, sweetness and a silky body. Lemon juice provides acidity to keep the cocktail bright, while white rum adds warmth and structure with a relatively clean flavor that allows the raspberry to remain prominent.
THE RECIPE
Raspberry Sorbettini
Prep 5 minCook 0 minTotal 5 min
Equipment Needed
- Cocktail shaker set with everything Shop this item
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Ingredients
Raspberry Sorbettini
Instructions
Chef Notes
- Let the raspberry sorbet melt only until pourable while keeping it cold.
- Close the cocktail shaker securely before shaking because melted sorbet can create a foamy mixture.
Nutrition estimated per serving
263 Calories0.6 g Protein31.7 g Carbs0.1 g Fat0 g Sat. Fat3.2 g Fiber24.7 g Sugar1 mg Sodium
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Nutrition Per Serving
Calories263
Protein0.6 g
Carbs31.7 g
Fat0.1 g
Sat. Fat0 g
Fiber3.2 g
Sugar24.7 g
Sodium1 mg
Nutrition information is an estimate based on available ingredient data and can vary by brand, preparation and substitutions. It is provided for convenience and is not medical advice.
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How to Make a Raspberry Sorbettini
Chill the Glass
Chill a martini glass before mixing the cocktail.
Fill the Shaker
Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
Add the Sorbet
Pour the melted raspberry sorbet into the shaker.
Add the Lemon
Add the lemon juice to the shaker.
Add the Rum
Pour in the white rum and close the shaker securely.
Shake and Serve
Shake well, then pour the Raspberry Sorbettini into the chilled martini glass.
Recipe Guidance
Storage
Keep the raspberry sorbet component tightly covered in the freezer. Refrigerate any opened perishable mixers according to their package directions, and do not store a fully assembled drink after it begins melting.
Reheating
Do not reheat this frozen drink. Let overly firm sorbet soften briefly until scoopable, and reblend a melting drink with a small amount of ice if needed.
Make Ahead
Portion or prepare the frozen component and chill the glasses and liquid ingredients ahead. Assemble immediately before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve immediately in chilled glasses as a cocktail or light dessert drink. Garnish with fresh raspberries if they are part of the planned presentation.
