Cognac Champagne Collins
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3.00 spoon Powdered sugar (or use 5ml of 2:1 sugar syrup per spoon)
Directions
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Add powdered sugar and lemon juice to shaker
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Stir until sugar completely dissolves
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Add bourbon to shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake well
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Top with champagne
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Stir lightly
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Garnish with lemon zest twist
Cocktail Description
This elegant spin on the classic Tom Collins swaps gin for rich Cognac and finishes with a luxurious Champagne float that makes every sip feel like a celebration.
The Cognac Champagne Collins balances the warm, fruity notes of Hennessy V.S. with bright lemon juice and a touch of sweetness, all lifted by the crisp effervescence of Perrier Jouet Grand Brut. The result is a drink that's simultaneously refreshing and sophisticated, with enough complexity to keep you interested from first sip to last. This is an excellent choice for special brunches, anniversary dinners, or any time you want to add a touch of class to your afternoon without going full-on fancy. The drink is moderately easy to make—you'll need to put a little elbow grease into dissolving that powdered sugar, but once that's done, it's standard shaking and straining. The bright citrus and bubbly top make it a natural companion to lighter fare like oysters, smoked salmon, or a well-dressed arugula salad with shaved Parmesan. The lemon zest garnish isn't just for show—give it a twist over the glass to release those aromatic oils and add another layer of citrus perfection.
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