A champagne cocktail is an alcoholic drink made with sugar, Angostura bitters, champagne, and a maraschino cherry as a garnish. It is one of the IBA Official Cocktails.
| IBA Official Cocktail | |
|---|---|
| Type | Cocktail |
| Primary alcohol by volume |
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| Served | Straight up; without ice |
| Standard garnish |
Orange slice and maraschino cherry |
| Standard drinkware | Champagne flute |
| IBA specified ingredients* |
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| Preparation | Place the sugar cube at the bottom of the flute and add Angostura bitters until it dissolves. Add the brandy, then fill with the champagne. Garnish with the orange slice and maraschino cherry. |
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