If there is one thing that is a universal love of the patterned people, it’s Champagne and today we are celebrating the most glorious day of the year – World Champagne Day!

There is something rather grand about this classic cocktail – the bitters-soaked sugar cube creating a sweet, sour and bitter combination that adds a little drama as the sugar cube dissolves into the glass of bubbles. We’re loving this classic favourite as a pre-dinner aperitif or post-ceremony toasting cocktail served best in coupes or flutes of course!

Ingredients

  • Champagne
  • 15ml Cognac
  • 2ml Angostura Bitters
  • One sugar cube
  • Citrus Twist

Method:

  1. Add a sugar cube to the bottom of a champagne fluter
  2. Carefully add the bitters and cognac
  3. Top with chilled champagne
  4. Garnish with a citrus twist
Recipe and image by Polka Dot Bride.