Concord Thyme Sparkler
A delightful and elegant Concord Thyme Sparkler, this cocktail features the rich and sweet flavors of roasted Concord grapes with a hint of thyme, all topped off with sparkling wine. It's a perfect drink for the holiday season, bringing together the warmth of roasted grapes and the effervescence of sparkling wine. This cocktail is a sophisticated and visually stunning addition to any festive gathering.
Concord Thyme Sparkler
An elegant cocktail featuring roasted Concord grapes, thyme, and sparkling wine. Perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Ingredients
- 1 small bunch fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 pound Concord grapes, rinsed and de-stemmed
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup sparkling wine
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F for the grapes.
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and thyme sprigs. Simmer until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is clear. Then steep for 30 minutes.
- Place the grapes in a baking dish, drizzle with maple syrup, and roast for about 15 minutes until the skins crack and the grapes release their juices.
- Strain the grapes and syrup to obtain about 1/2 cup of grape puree.
- Mix 1/4 cup of thyme simple syrup into the grape puree.
- Strain the puree again to remove any fine bits of grape particulate.
- Pour the puree into a chilled coupe glass and add the sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a thyme sprig and serve immediately.