Classic Champagne Cocktail
This refined cocktail starts with a sugar cube soaked in aromatic bitters, topped with chilled champagne and finished with a citrusy lemon twist. Slightly sweet, lightly spiced, and endlessly effervescent, it’s the ultimate celebratory sip—perfect for toasts, brunches, and festive nights in.
Ingredients
- 1 sugar cube
- 4 –6 dashes aromatic bitters
- Chilled champagne to top
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Place sugar cube in a chilled flute.
- Douse with bitters and let absorb.
- Slowly pour champagne over cube.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
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Notes
- Use Angostura or your favorite aromatic bitters for the classic flavor.
- Try orange bitters for a slightly sweeter, citrus-forward version.
- For extra flair, flame the lemon twist over the glass for a hint of caramelized zest.