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Champagne Pick-Me-Up
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Champagne Pick-Me-Up

A fruity, refreshing and bubbly cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 11.1%

Ingredients

~159 kcal per serving

1
Servings
  • Cognac (brandy)Cognac (brandy)30 ml
  • Orange juice (freshly squeezed)Orange juice (freshly squeezed)45 ml
  • Grenadine syrupGrenadine syrup10 ml
  • Dry sparkling wineDry sparkling wine50 ml

Instructions for 1 serving

  1. Pre-chill a glass
  2. Shake the first 3 ingredients with ice: Cognac 30 ml · Orange juice 45 ml · Grenadine syrup 10 ml
  3. Fine strain into the chilled glass
  4. Top with Dry sparkling wine

History

Champagne Pick-Me-Up is a classic cocktail dating back to the 1930s, blending cognac with fresh orange juice and grenadine, topped with sparkling wine. Its subtle biscuity bubbles and sweet orange notes create a celebratory, elegant drink perfect for toasts and uplifting moments in a stylish setting.

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Fizz
  • Europe
  • Celebration
  • Brunch
  • New Year’s Eve
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Fruity
  • Refreshing
  • Bubbly

Tags

  • Brandy
  • Fizz
  • Europe
  • Celebration
  • Brunch
  • New Year’s Eve
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Lactose-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Fruity
  • Refreshing
  • Bubbly

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