Best 4 The Champagne Cocktail Recipes

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In the world of elegant beverages, the Champagne cocktail stands out as a timeless classic, captivating the palates of connoisseurs with its effervescent charm and refined taste. This sophisticated drink has graced the menus of illustrious bars and graced the tables of royalty for over a century, earning its place as a staple in the cocktail realm. The Champagne cocktail is a delightful blend of sparkling Champagne, rich cognac, fragrant bitters, and a touch of sweetness, resulting in a symphony of flavors that dances on the tongue. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover the origins, variations, and secrets behind crafting the perfect Champagne cocktail, ensuring that your next sip is an unforgettable experience.

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THE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL



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The Champagne cocktail is a classic brandy drink with a brilliant visual effect. It's a very easy recipe and perfect for any special occasion.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 sugar cube
2 to 3 dashes bitters (Angostura)
1 ounce brandy
4 to 6 ounces Champagne
Garnish: orange slice
Garnish: maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the sugar cube in the bottom of a Champagne flute .
  • Saturate the cube with bitters.
  • Add the brandy.
  • Fill with Champagne and watch the sugar cube dissolve.
  • Garnish with the orange slice and maraschino cherry. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 sugar cube
4 dashes Angostura bitters
1 wide strip lemon peel
1 teaspoon orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier
6 ounces Champagne, chilled

Steps:

  • Add a sugar cube to a chilled coupe glass. Shake the bitters onto the sugar cube. Rub the rim of the glass with the lemon peel and drop the peel into the glass. Drizzle the orange liqueur into the glass, then top off with the Champagne. Serve immediately.

THE CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL



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Provided by Mary Frances Heck

Categories     Bitters     Champagne     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Oscars     New Year's Eve     Cocktail     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 dash The Truth Old Time Aromatic Bitters or Angostura bitters
1 sugar cube
6" twist from a lemon
5 ounces chilled Champagne

Steps:

  • Drop 1 dash The Truth Old Time Aromatic Bitters or Angostura bitters onto a sugar cube and place in a Champagne flute. Using a channel or paring knife, cut a 6" twist from a lemon and arrange inside glass. Gently pour 5 ounces chilled Champagne into glass.

CLASSIC CHAMPAGNE COCKTAIL



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This minimalist drink of sugar that's been soaked in bitters and topped with Champagne was first mentioned in Jerry Thomas's book 1862 "How to Mix Drinks." It's both festive and resplendent with bubbles as written, but there's also room to customize: Split the amount of Angostura bitters with a lesser-used bitter (grapefruit, celery, orange, persimmon, for example) from your bar. Trade granulated or Demerara sugar for the sugar cube: The drink's flavor will remain the same, lacking only in the drama of the cube bubbling to its demise at the base of the glass. Finally, use Champagne if you're on a champagne budget, and dry sparkling wine if you're not.

Provided by Rebekah Peppler

Categories     cocktails

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 sugar cube (or 1 teaspoon granulated or Demerara sugar)
4 to 6 dashes Angostura bitters
4 to 5 ounces Champagne or dry sparkling wine
Long, thin lemon twist

Steps:

  • Add the sugar cube to a chilled champagne glass. Douse with bitters, then top slowly with Champagne. Garnish with the lemon twist.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh ingredients, especially the lemon juice and sugar syrup.
  • If you don't have sugar syrup, you can make your own by dissolving 1 cup of sugar in 1 cup of boiling water.
  • To make the champagne cocktail extra fizzy, chill the champagne and the coupe glasses before serving.
  • Garnish the cocktail with a lemon twist or a cherry for an elegant touch.

Conclusion:

The champagne cocktail is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is simple to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, there is a champagne cocktail recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a festive and delicious cocktail, give the champagne cocktail a try.

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