Champs-Elysées Cocktail
The Champs-Elysées cocktail is a sophisticated and classic French drink named after the famous avenue in Paris. It's a delightful blend of brandy, lemon juice, and herbal notes from Chartreuse and bitters, perfect for a refined evening or a classy cocktail party.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Brandy
- 1/2 oz Green Chartreuse
- 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz Simple syrup
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the brandy, green Chartreuse, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and a dash of Angostura bitters.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds or until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Notes
For a more authentic taste, use a high-quality French brandy. The balance between the sourness of the lemon juice and the sweetness of the simple syrup can be adjusted to taste.