Smashing (called muddling in the bartending biz) the raspberries with the vodka, sugar, and lime wedges brings out the berry flavor.

Ingredients

　　2 lime wedges

　　Sugar (for dipping)

　　1/2 cup fresh raspberries

　　6 tablespoons vodka

　　4 teaspoons sugar

　　1 1/2 cups ice cubes

　　1/4 cup chilled Champagne

　　Run 1 lime wedge around rims of 2 old-fashioned glasses. Dip rims in sugar. Place both lime wedges, raspberries, vodka, and 4 teaspoons sugar in cocktail shaker; using muddler or wooden spoon handle, smash fruit mixture. Add ice; shake 10 seconds. Divide between glasses (do not strain), top with Champagne, and serve.Adapted from Bella Vista.