The team at Chiswick Woollahra know how to make merry and that’s exactly what they’ve done in creating this classy champagne cocktail as part of their ultimate summer menu. While many champagne cocktails use gin as the designated spirit, this recipe takes cues from the French. It makes use of French brandy, champagne and aromatic bitters, all balanced out with a touch of sugar. We all need a little sweetness in our life, after all. Rub oil from orange zest over the rim of your glass for a subtle depth of flavour.
One of the best things about the classic champagne cocktail is that, unlike many other cocktails, it doesn’t require strenuous shaking. Simply pour the ingredients into the glass and your work is finished. A cocktail that’s almost effortless to make yet incredibly delicious and refreshing? We’ll toast to that!
Ingredients
Method
Drop the sugar cube in flute or coupe glass, then coat the sugar cube in Angostura aromatic bitters.
Pour the Cognac over the sugar cube.
Top with Champagne/sparkling wine.
Squeeze the orange oil from the zest over the glass then discard.
After a sweet treat to serve alongside the champagne cocktail? Try this gorgeous strawberry and stone fruit pavlova. It’s absolutely decadent and divine.
This article originally appeared on Home Beautiful and is republished here with permission.
