Champagne Smash Recipe
Gin, Lillet Blanc, Lemon, Mint, Champagne
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Mint
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Base Ingredients
Pour in the gin, Lillet Blanc, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker with the muddled mint.
- 3
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice or a coupe glass without ice.
- 5
Top with Champagne
Carefully top the drink with champagne, pouring gently to maintain the bubbles.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon twist if desired.