1-Step 1: Prep the fruitStart by peeling, pitting, and slicing the 2 peaches. If your peaches are ripe, they should blend easily and give the drink a naturally sweet flavor. If they are a little firm, slicing them thin helps the blender work faster. For a colder, slushier texture, you can freeze the peach slices before blending, which is one of the easiest ways to turn this into a frosty Peach Bellini Mocktail Recipe.

2-Step 2: Blend the peach baseAdd the fresh peach slices and 2 cups peach juice to a blender. Puree until the mixture is very smooth. You want a silky base with no large chunks, since that gives the drink a soft, elegant mouthfeel. If you want a thicker texture, blend a little longer. If you like a lighter drink, keep the puree smooth but not overly thick.

3-Step 3: Add the sparkling ciderPour in the 2 cups sparkling apple cider. Pulse the blender once or twice, just enough to combine the juice and cider. Do not overblend, since that can flatten the bubbles. The sparkling cider is what gives this Non-Alcoholic Bellini its bright, fizzy feel, so gentle mixing is the key here.

4-Step 4: Prepare the glassesFill your serving glasses with ice. This helps the Peach Mocktail stay cold and refreshing from the first sip to the last. Chilled glasses are even better if you have time to place them in the fridge for a few minutes before serving. For a brunch-style presentation, flute glasses work beautifully, but any clear glass will show off the pretty peach color.

5-Step 5: Pour and garnishPour the peach bellini mixture into the prepared glasses over the ice. Top each one with a fresh raspberry and a mint leaf. The raspberry adds a sweet-tart touch, while the mint gives the drink a fresh aroma and a polished look. If you want to change the garnish, blueberries work nicely too and give the drink a slightly different color pop.

6-Step 6: Serve right awayEnjoy your drink cold while the bubbles are lively and the fruit flavor is fresh. This Non-Alcoholic Peach Bellini Recipe is best served soon after blending, since the fizz is strongest right away. If you are making drinks for a group, prep the peach base ahead of time and add the sparkling cider just before serving.