Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail
A sparkling and elegant champagne cocktail with hints of fresh citrus and a touch of elderflower, perfect for toasting with a view. This cocktails-inspired french ready in about 5 minutes brings together champagne or sparkling wine, elderflower liqueur, fresh grapefruit juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 oz champagne or sparkling wine
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Chill a flute glass thoroughly in the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass filled with ice cubes to the brim, combine 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur, 1/2 oz fresh grapefruit juice, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into the chilled flute glass.
- Step 5: Top with 4 oz chilled champagne or sparkling wine, pouring slowly to preserve bubbles.
- Step 6: Garnish with a thin twist of grapefruit peel, expressed over the glass to release oils and placed inside the flute.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail?
Refrigerate any leftover champ de mars champagne cocktail in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Champ de Mars Champagne Cocktail?
Cocktails french like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
