With this August heatwave that's got a grip on the Twin Cities, everyone's looking for ways to chill out and cool off. Champagne Cocktails are the perfect way to celebrate summer's bold end in style and add some 'pop' to your patio time. Plus, many champagne cocktails may be easily modified with lemon-lime or even plain soda water if you'd prefer not to imbibe in the heat.
We're re-sharing the list of a few of our favorite Champagne Cocktails for you to make, drink, and enjoy during these last, lazy days of summer.
Champagne Punch
(From Martha Stewart Weddings)
Ingredients
1 thinly sliced peach
1 cup raspberries
1 cup blueberries
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup Simple Syrup
1 bottle champagne or other sparkling white wine
Directions
In a pitcher, combine ice, peach, raspberries, blueberries, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Slowly pour in champagne or other sparkling white wine.
The Fizz
(From our friends at Woolley's Steakhouse)
Ingredients
1/2 ounce Malibu Caribbean Rum
1/2 ounce Midori Melon Liqueur
3/4 ounce Pineapple Juice
Champagne, for topping off (about
Directions
Combine equal parts Malibu and Midori to two parts Pineapple Juice in a shaker. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Top with champagne.
Pear Lemon Fizz
(From Martha Stewart Weddings)
Ingredients
1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) pear vodka
3/4 ounce (4 1/2 teaspoons) Lemon Verbena Simple Syrup
1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lemon juice
Champagne, for topping off (about 1/2 cup)
1 fresh lemon verbena leaf, for garnish
Directions
Combine vodka, syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker. Shake, and then strain into a glass. Top off with Champagne. Garnish with lemon verbena.
Frizzante Mojito
(From Martha Stewart Weddings)
Ingredients
6 fresh mint leaves
3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ounce Simple Syrup
1 1/2 ounces rum, preferably Cruzan
2 dashes Angostura bitters
2 ounces Champagne or Prosecco, chilled
Directions
In a pint or mixing glass, muddle together mint, lime juice, and simple syrup to release mint oils. Add rum and bitters; shake over ice. Strain into a cocktail glass or coupe; top with Champagne.
We're pretty sure that gives you a good start. Then, there are always Bellinis, sparklers, sangria, and even mimosas - perfect for celebrating the kids' timely return to school!
À votre santé !
À votre santé !
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