KNABENSCHUE—Country Club Style

KNABENSCHUE—Country Club Style

This sophisticated sparkling cocktail from 1917 elevates the traditional Champagne serve by presenting it in a chilled stone mug for superior temperature retention. The crisp, effervescent Champagne is enriched with the complex spice notes of Angostura bitters and a touch of sweetness from a sugar cube. Garnished with aromatic fresh mint, this refreshing libation offers a delightful balance of bubbly texture and herbaceous flavor perfect for outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cube Sugar cube (Originally '1 lump Sugar'. In cocktail context, a lump refers to a standard sugar cube, not the larger cooking measurement.)
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters (Adds aromatic depth and balances the sweetness.)
  • 1 cup Ice cubes (Originally 'Lump Ice'. Use enough to fill the mug.)
  • 5 ounces Champagne (Quantity estimated to fill a small mug. Use chilled Champagne.)
  • 1 sprig Fresh mint (For garnish.)

Instructions

  1. 1Place the sugar cube and Angostura bitters into a small stone mug (or a heavy rocks glass if a stone mug is unavailable).
  2. 2Add the ice cubes to the mug, then pour the Champagne over the ice until the mug is full. Stir gently to combine the ingredients without losing too much carbonation.
  3. 3Dress the cocktail with a fresh sprig of mint and serve immediately.
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