Ratafia Champagne Cocktail
A delightful and sophisticated cocktail, the Ratafia Champagne Cocktail combines the sweet, almond-flavored notes of ratafia liqueur with the effervescence of champagne. It's an elegant choice for celebrations and special occasions.
Equipment
- Champagne flute
- Bar spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cube sugar (4 grams / 0.14 ounces)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- 1 ounce ratafia liqueur (30 ml / 1 fl oz)
- Champagne to top up
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Place the sugar cube at the bottom of a champagne flute.
- Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the sugar cube, allowing it to soak in.
- Pour the ratafia liqueur over the sugar cube.
- Slowly top up the glass with champagne, being careful not to let it overflow.
- Gently stir the cocktail to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon on the rim of the glass.
- Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.
Notes
The quality of both the champagne and ratafia liqueur will greatly influence the final taste of the cocktail. Choose a dry or brut champagne to balance the sweetness of the ratafia.