Special to AOL Food from Kat KinsmanMick and Keith probably had something a little stronger than brunch cocktails on the brain when they wrote Mother's Little Helper. Even so, they might think twice before turning down a glass of this sparkling, sophisticated pick-me-up. It's full of luscious, fruity, herbal flavor, kicked up by festive Prosecco bubbles – a refreshing treat for a Mother's Day brunch, or an easy-to-make afternoon tipple (we'll never tell!).
Pour equal parts chilled Lillet Rouge (a classic Bordeaux, herb, Armagnac and fruit based French apéritif) and dry Prosecco (Italy's affordable answer to Champagne) into an ice-filled goblet. Squeeze and drop an orange wedge into the goblet, and garnish with an additional orange wheel.
For a crowd, stir equal amounts of chilled Lillet Rouge and dry Prosecco, and one quartered orange in a pitcher. Pour into ice-filled goblets, garnished with orange wheels.
1. That sounds delicious, and I'll tell you - I could use all the help I can get after an hour with my mother! ;>
M. Hasson at 1:02AM on May 10th 2007