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Champagne Cocktail Cocktail Recipe with Ingredients and Instructions
The Champagne Cocktail is a timeless and elegant drink made by soaking a sugar cube in bitters, adding a measure of Cognac, and then topping it with Champagne. Often garnished with a lemon twist, it offers a delicate balance of sweetness, effervescence, and aromatic depth from the spirits. Sophisticated and celebratory, it’s a classic choice for toasts and special occasions.
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Champagne Flute
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Instructions
- 1
Place the sugar cube inside the Champagne Flute.
- 2
Add the dashes of Angostura bitters to the cube until it's completely soaked.
- 3
Pour cognac into Champagne Flute.
- 4
Top up with chilled Champagne.
Details
Glass: Champagne Flute
Makes: 1 serving
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Editorial Notes
More context for the Champagne Cocktail
The Champagne Cocktail combines Champagne, Cognac, and Angostura. These quick notes add context on structure, flavor, and where the drink fits best.
Updated Dec 22, 2025 • 4 ingredients • 4 steps
What to expect
Expect bitter, spirit forward, and effervescent notes. Served in a Champagne Flute, the drink lands on the lighter, easygoing side and keeps its structure clear.
Best moment
This style fits brunch, aperitif hour, and celebrations. If you already enjoy Sparkling cocktails, it is an easy recipe to keep in rotation.
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