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Champagne Cocktail

A refreshing, herbal and bubbly cocktail ∙ Build ∙ 2 min ∙ 17.2%

Ingredients

~160 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Sugar cube (white)Sugar cube (white)1 pc
  • Angostura aromatic bittersAngostura aromatic bitters3 dashes
  • Cognac (brandy)Cognac (brandy)30 ml
  • Dry sparkling wineDry sparkling wine100 ml

Garnish

  • Orange twistOrange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Soak a Sugar cube with Angostura aromatic bitters and drop it into the glass
  3. Pour Cognac 30 ml over the soaked cube
  4. Top with Dry sparkling wine
  5. Express an orange twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

Champagne Cocktail is one of the oldest and most enduring Champagne-based drinks, dating back to at least the mid-1800s. It features a subtle sweetness and aromatic bitters that meld perfectly with sparkling wine’s crisp effervescence. Celebrated for its simple elegance, this cocktail has been a staple at celebratory events for centuries. It offers a lively, refined experience that captures the festive spirit in every glass.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Champagne
  • Europe
  • Celebration
  • New Year’s Eve
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Refreshing
  • Herbal
  • Bubbly

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Champagne
  • Europe
  • Celebration
  • New Year’s Eve
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Refreshing
  • Herbal
  • Bubbly

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