Sorbet Rosé Floats are equal parts elegant cocktail and refreshing dessert — fruity, light, and perfect for a special Mother’s Day brunch.
An Easy & Elegant Mother’s Day Brunch Idea
Mother’s Day is for pampering: sleep in, enjoy a homemade brunch, and sip something pretty. If you love Rosé, this drink is a must — Rosé has grown into a seasonal favorite, from lemonades to frozen slushes. Its light sweetness and delicate pink hue make it ideal for a celebratory brunch.
These Sorbet Rosé Floats swap traditional ice cream for dairy-free sorbet and soda for chilled rosé, creating a simple yet sophisticated adult treat.
What Is a Float?
A float, sometimes called an ice cream soda, is a chilled dessert drink made by pouring a carbonated beverage over scoops of ice cream or sorbet. The classic example is the root beer float — root beer poured over vanilla ice cream — which dates back to the 19th century. In this version, rosé replaces the soda and raspberry sorbet replaces ice cream, resulting in a lighter, fruit-forward float for grown-ups.
Sorbet Rosé Float — Ingredients
With only a few ingredients, quality matters. Choose the best rosé and flavorful sorbet you can find for the best result.
Ingredients
- Raspberry sorbet: Light and fruity. You can substitute a fruity sherbet if you prefer a creamier texture.
- Rosé: Serve chilled. Prosecco or champagne can be used as an alternative if you prefer sparkling wine.
- Fresh raspberries: For garnish. Frozen berries can work in a pinch; blueberries or sliced strawberries are fine substitutes.
How to Make a Sorbet Rosé Float
- Scoop: Place two scoops of raspberry sorbet into each wine glass.
- Pour: Gently fill the glasses with chilled rosé.
- Garnish: Top each float with fresh raspberries.
- Serve: Present immediately and enjoy.
Serving Tips
This recipe is intentionally simple, which leaves room to make the presentation special. Use champagne flutes or stemmed wine glasses for an elegant look. Garnish with a few fresh raspberries or a small sprig of mint for color. Serve right away so the sorbet keeps its shape and the drink stays chilled.
Mocktail Version
To make a non-alcoholic version, replace the rosé with a chilled sparkling beverage such as Sprite, 7 Up, a raspberry-flavored seltzer, or sparkling apple cider. The sorbet keeps the same bright flavor and makes a festive mocktail everyone can enjoy.
Pairing Ideas for Mother’s Day
These floats pair nicely with light brunch fare: fruit platters, fresh pastries, quiche, or a simple charcuterie board. Because they’re fruity and not overly heavy, they work well alongside both sweet and savory dishes.
Enjoy!
Sorbet Rosé Floats
Ingredients
- 4 large scoops raspberry sorbet
- 1 bottle rosé (750 ml), chilled at least 30 minutes (or use prosecco/champagne)
- Fresh raspberries, for garnish
Instructions
- Add two scoops of sorbet to each of two wine glasses.
- Fill the glasses with chilled rosé.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 47 g |
Protein: 3 g |
Fat: 1 g |
Sugar: 34 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as a courtesy. Values may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.