Champagne flute
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A brandy-based champagne cocktail built on a shaken base of lemon juice, grenadine, sugar syrup, and Angostura bitters. The strained mix is poured into a flute and finished with champagne, making a light, celebratory drink.
Ingredients
Method
- 1Combine brandy, lemon juice, grenadine, sugar syrup, and Angostura bitters in a shaker filled with ice.
- 2Shake well.
- 3Strain into a champagne flute.
- 4Top with champagne and serve.
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
- jigger
- strainer
Tips
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best citrus note.
- Add champagne gently at the end to preserve the bubbles.
Variations
- Substitute cognac for brandy for a richer character.
- Add a sugar rim to the flute for extra sweetness.
Good for
- brunch
- celebrations
- aperitif
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