The Champagne Cocktail
Base Spirit
Champagne
Flavour Type
Fruity, Effervescent
Cocktail Type
Classic
A celebratory cocktail with Champagne, sugar, Angostura bitters, brandy, and a maraschino cherry.
Origin/History
Popular since the 19th century.
Serving Instructions
Place a sugar cube soaked in bitters and brandy at the bottom of a flute, top with Champagne.
Occassion
Celebrations, Special occasions
Year of Creation
19th century
Classic/Modern
Classic
Garnishes
Maraschino cherry
Aroma
Fruity, Floral
Texture/Consistency
Bubbly, Crisp
Pairings
Festive dishes, Desserts
Fun Facts
One of the oldest known cocktailsnoted for simplicity and elegance.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Build in the glass
Ingredients
- Sugar
- Angostura bitters
- Champagne
- Brandy
- Maraschino cherry
Preparation Method
- 1 sugar cube
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 15 ml brandy
- Champagne to top
- 1 maraschino cherry
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