Champagne Cocktails

Stir things up, and offer your guests some spirited champagne. Champagne and sparking wine are often only consumed on New Years Eve, and as a result not many know of all the different ways to enjoy this classic beverage.

Mimosa »

For many the ideal way to serve Champagne, on Christmas morning or on New years day, is to mix their champagne with orange juice.  A simple 50 -50 mix of juice and Champagne and you have the Mimosa. Note: Some suggest the addition of an ounce of orange liqueur. The original Mimosa is credited to the Ritz Hotel in Paris and was originally served in 1925.

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Bucks Fizz »

Often interchanged with the Mimosa, the one variation being the addition of grenadine to give it a different color and sweetness.

French 75 »

Henry's bar in Paris is credited with this popular mix of Champagne and Gin. It's popularity has spawned many variations taking on different numbers - French 25, 45 , 65 etc. 

The Bellini »

This classic champagne drink, currently enjoying a revival, was originally created At Harry's Bar in Venice. The mix of champagne with peach nectar (or juice) is a wonderful way to enjoy champagne.   For a festive variation on this try the Holiday Bellini  with apricot liqueur or try champagne with cranberry juice for a very festive version of the Bellini.

The Champagne-tini »

The ongoing popularity of the martini was bound to reach out and use champagne. Similar to the French 75 (made with Gin and Champagne), this drink adds a touch of orange liqueur and becomes a Martini when served in a martini style glass.

Other Champagne ideas

Visit our list of over 20 recipes including:

• CHAMPAGNE BLUES
• CHAMPAGNE CUP
• CHAMPAGNE PUNCH
• CHAMPAGNE COOLER
• CHAMPAGNE JULEP