Brandy · Light
Champagne Cocktail
One of the oldest cocktails on record — a sugar cube soaked in Angostura bitters slowly dissolves in a flute of Champagne, releasing a stream of tiny bubbles, with a splash of cognac for depth.
- Time
- 3 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Champagne flute
Ingredients
- Champagne or dry sparkling wineChampagne or dry sparkling wineChampagne is a sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France, known for its effervescence and complex flavors. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Mimosa and Bellini.90 ml
- CognacCognacCognac is a type of brandy produced in the Cognac region of France, made from distilled white wine and aged in oak barrels. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Sidecar and French 75.15 ml
- Sugar cubeSugar cubeA sugar cube is a small, compressed cube of sugar typically used to sweeten beverages. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Old Fashioned to provide a controlled amount of sweetness.1
- Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned.2 dashes
- Lemon twist (garnish)Lemon twist (garnish)A lemon twist is a garnish made from a thin strip of lemon peel, often used to add citrus aroma and a hint of bitterness. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Old Fashioned.1
Gear
Method
- 1
Place a sugar cubesugar cubeA sugar cube is a small, compressed cube of sugar typically used to sweeten beverages. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Old Fashioned to provide a controlled amount of sweetness. in the bottom of a chilled Champagne flute.
- 2
Saturate the sugar cubesugar cubeA sugar cube is a small, compressed cube of sugar typically used to sweeten beverages. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Old Fashioned to provide a controlled amount of sweetness. with 2–3 dashes of Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned..
- 3
Add a small pour of cognaccognacCognac is a type of brandy produced in the Cognac region of France, made from distilled white wine and aged in oak barrels. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Sidecar and French 75. or brandy.
- 4
Slowly top with well-chilled Champagne, pouring down the side of the glass to preserve the bubbles.
- 5
Garnish with a lemon twist or a brandied cherry.
