Elderflower Champagne Cocktail with Fresh Mint

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A refreshing and elegant sparkling cocktail combining elderflower liqueur, champagne, and fresh mint for bright aromatics. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together elderflower liqueur, champagne or sparkling wine, fresh mint leaves 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.

Prep: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Gently bruise 4 fresh mint leaves by clapping them between your palms to release aroma.
  2. Step 2: Pour 1 oz elderflower liqueur into a chilled champagne flute.
  3. Step 3: Slowly top with 4 oz chilled champagne or sparkling wine to preserve bubbles.
  4. Step 4: Add a few ice cubes if desired for extra chill, but traditionally served without.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1 twisted lemon peel on the rim and add the bruised mint leaves inside the glass for fresh fragrance.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately and enjoy the delicate balance of florals and bubbles.

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