Champagne

A simple drink for any kind of celebration.

Cranberries are cultivated in Canada, and tradition there calls for hosts to make a punch for Christmas guests. Here, the crop and the custom merge in a delightful champagne cocktail, which takes a French turn with the addition of crème de cassis.

An easy sparkling wine cocktail, made with a touch of black currant liqueur.

We thought we would update the popular Cosmopolitan by substituting Champagne for the usual lemon vodka. We garnished the drinks with skewers of sugar-coated fresh cranberries (thawed frozen ones will work just fine, too).

This drink is sometimes known as a Napoleon.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended preparation time.

A light, fizzy take on the classic Mint Julep. 

Accompanied by Champagne, this beautiful and delicious appetizer starts the meal on a sophisticated note.