Pretty in pink, this sparkling cocktail is sweetened with a raspberry-tangerine syrup thats simply delightful.

The cool temperature of the ingredients is key here.

(1/4cup) LilletRose, chilled

3 oz.

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Photo:Jen Causey

(about 1/3cup)Champagne, chilled

Directions

Placeraspberries in aglass or jar.

Gently crush with the end of a wooden spoon.

Add tangerine segments and sugar.

Stir to combine, mashing fruit well.

Let sit for 10 minutes.

(Makes a scant 12 cup syrup.)

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 2 days.

CombineLillet, Champagne, and 1 1/2 teaspoons raspberry-tangerine syrup in a flute or coupe glass.

Stir gently to combine.

Garnish with tangerine peel, if desired.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.