Plum Orchard Fizz

Celebrate the golden glow of a warm autumn evening with the Plum Orchard Fizz, an effervescent yet deeply flavorful cocktail that highlights the rich, concentrated sweetness of backyard-fresh frozen Italian prunes and homemade plum jam. Special Amarena cherries add deep cherry notes and a hint of almond, while a lush pour of prosecco makes each sip sparkle. This grown-up delight is equally suited to porch swings, festive dinners, or a quiet moment under the stars. Ingredients: - 3 frozen Italian prunes (plums), pitted and halved - 1 heaping teaspoon homemade plum jam - 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice - 1 oz cherry brandy (or Luxardo cherry liqueur) - 1 dash Angostura bitters - 1 Amarena cherry (plus syrup, optional) - 4 oz chilled prosecco Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the frozen Italian prunes with the plum jam and lemon juice until the fruit is crushed and releases its juices. 2. Add the cherry brandy, bitters, and a spoonful of Amarena cherry syrup (if desired). Fill the shaker with ice and shake briefly—just enough to combine and chill. 3. Fine strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass, expressing as much fruit essence as possible while leaving solids behind. 4. Top with the cold prosecco, pouring gently to preserve bubbles. 5. Garnish with one Amarena cherry on a fancy pick, and, if you like, a thin slice of frozen plum on the rim. Glass: Serve in a coupe or Nick & Nora glass, which lets the aromas concentrate just above the surface, enhancing every sip. Description: Lush plum and cherry flavors shimmer atop prosecco’s sprightly bubbles, creating an autumnal cocktail that’s sweet, tart, and delightfully complex. Both evocative and celebratory, the Plum Orchard Fizz is your backyard bounty, reimagined for grown-up enjoyment.