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Champagne Cocktail

Champagne Cocktail suits someone looking for sparkling, aromatic and dry rather than a generic sweet cocktail. Its lean, light body makes it very easy to drink. Compared with Kir Royale, it leans toward a different balance. This makes it useful for comparing how champagne behaves in a mixed drink rather than tasting it neat. The index points toward Oysters or Canapés at the table; Kir Royale is the nearest place to continue exploring.

SparklingAromaticDry

APPROX. ABV: 14%
STRENGTH: 2/5
DRINKABILITY: 5/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness1

Bitterness0

Sourness1

Strength2

Body1

Drinkability5

Fruity0

Herbal1

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Champagne

20–30 ml classic modifier

Fresh citrus, bitters or soda as specified

Method: Build over ice and top as specified.
Glass: Highball or wine glass
Garnish: Classic garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Oysters

02Canapés

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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