This variation of the traditional Champagne Cocktail includes Irish whiskey, introducing a rich, warm depth to the effervescent brightness of the Champagne. By adding Irish whiskey, a drinker gets a cocktail that balances the light, celebratory feel of Champagne with the hearty, comforting notes of the whiskey, making it a unique blend of Irish and French drinking traditions. If you’re hungover, or just want to start celebrating early in the morning, add some orange juice and you have yourself an Irish Mimosa.

Irish Champagne Cocktail Recipe

*Add orange juice, and you have yourself an Irish Mimosa

Ingredients:

• 1 sugar cube
• Several dashes of Angostura bitter
• 4-5 oz chilled dry champagne
• 1 oz Irish whiskey
• Lemon

Preparation:

1. Add the sugar to the bottom of a champagne flute;
2. Soak the sugar cube with bitters;
3. Add the Irish whiskey;
4. Slowly top with champagne;
5. Garnish with a lemon twist.