Frosted Berry Bubbly

A stunning split-colored Champagne cocktail, the Frosted Berry Bubbly is a delightful creation by the renowned mixologist Salvatore Calabrese. This elegant libation features a vibrant blend of cranberry and wild strawberry liqueur, perfectly complemented by the effervescence of champagne. Topped with sugared redcurrant stems, this cocktail is a visual and flavorful sensation that's perfect for festive celebrations.

Frosted Berry Bubbly

An exquisite split-colored Champagne cocktail with cranberry, wild strawberry liqueur, and a touch of vodka, garnished with sugared redcurrant stems.

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Ingredients

  • 10 fresh redcurrant stems
  • 1 egg white, at room temperature (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons caster sugar
  • 5 fl oz cranberry juice
  • 2 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 fl oz wild strawberry liqueur
  • 1 fl oz vodka (Salvatore uses the Elit brand vodka)
  • 3 fl oz chilled Champagne

Instructions

  1. Optionally, dip 3 redcurrant stems in egg white, coat with caster sugar, and set aside to dry.
  2. Muddle the remaining 7 redcurrant stems in a bowl to release the juice.
  3. Add cranberry juice, lemon juice, wild strawberry liqueur, and vodka to the bowl and stir well.
  4. Strain the mix through a sieve into a container and refrigerate.
  5. When ready to serve, divide the mix evenly between 1 champagne flute.
  6. Slowly top up with Champagne to keep both liquids separate in the glass.
  7. Decorate the glass with a sugared or plain redcurrant stem.