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Bourbon Champagne Cocktail

Cathy Roma Published: Dec 30, 2019

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The manhattan meets bubbly with a twist of orange in this sparkling bourbon champagne cocktail.
The manhattan meets bubbly with a twist of orange in this sparkling bourbon champagne cocktail.
Bourbon Champagne Cocktails garnished with orange peel and cherries, with the garnishes scattered around.

This bourbon champagne cocktail is inspired by the marriage of two classic cocktails, a manhattan and a tall glass of spiked bubbly. It’s got the toasty warmth of bourbon, accented with orange liqueur, a splash of orange juice, champagne, and of course, maraschino cherries.

Forever on the quest for the perfect cocktail to ring in the new year, this one is perfectly suited to the friends that I always celebrate with on New Year’s Eve.

Two tall champagne flutes ready filled with spirits in the bourbon champagne cocktail.

One, a manhattan connoisseur, has his favorite cocktail down to a science…the right bourbon, just a smidge of sweet vermouth, a dash of bitters, one large cube, and a fancy maraschino cherry.

It’s no surprise that his wife, my longtime friend and one time roommate, and I like to toast the new year in the same way. Our preference to say goodbye to the previous year and hello to all of the possibilities ahead is with a tall, cold glass of champagne, preferably spiked with a splash of booze or juice.

Overhead shot of Bourbon Champagne Cocktails garnished with an orange twist and cherries.

So what better way to toast with these friends than with a cocktail they’ll both enjoy? I didn’t go full manhattan here, instead using one ounce of good bourbon and a couple of those fancy maraschino cherries for garnish.

Next, comes the sparkle in the form of a boozy mimosa…a splash of orange juice, a half ounce of Grand Marnier, and of course, champagne!

Put it all together and wow, we have ourselves a bourbon champagne cocktail fit for the last celebration of the year! Happy New Year!

Bourbon Champagne Cocktails garnished with orange peel and cherries, with the garnishes scattered around.

Tips for success

  • Always use top quality ingredients for the best tasting results (including those fancy maraschino cherries).
  • There’s no need to shake the liquor over ice if you’re using cold champagne. It certainly won’t hurt, but no need for extra step.
  • My preference for the orange liqueur is Grand Marnier, but Cointreau or triple sec can be substituted.
  • Wrap a twist of orange peel around the cherries for a festive garnish.
  • Serve the bourbon champagne cocktails in flutes or coupe glasses for an elegant presentation.
Two Bourbon Champagne Cocktails bubbling up with oranges and maraschino cherries around.

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Two Bourbon Champagne Cocktails in tall flute glasses inscribed with "Celebrate" garnished with cherries and a twist of orange.
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Bourbon Champagne Cocktail
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 

The manhattan meets bubbly with a twist of orange in this sparkling bourbon champagne cocktail.

Course: Cocktail/Drink
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bourbon champagne cocktail, champagne cocktail
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 116 kcal
Author: Cathy Roma | What Should I Make For…
Ingredients
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz Grand Marnier
  • splash of orange juice
  • Champagne (prosecco or cava can be substituted)
  • maraschino cherries and orange twists, for garnish
Instructions
  1. Combine the bourbon, Grand Marnier, and a splash of orange juice in a champagne flute.

  2. Top with champange and garnish with an orange twist and maraschino cherries.

Recipe Notes
  • Always use top quality ingredients for the best tasting results (including those fancy maraschino cherries).
  • There’s no need to shake the liquor over ice if you’re using cold champagne. It certainly won’t hurt, but no need for extra step.
  • My preference for the orange liqueur is Grand Marnier, but Cointreau or triple sec can be substituted.
  • Wrap a twist of orange peel around the cherries for a festive garnish.
  • Serve the bourbon champagne cocktails in flutes or coupe glasses for an elegant presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Bourbon Champagne Cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 116 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 2mg0%
Potassium 28mg1%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 28IU1%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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About Cathy Roma

My food philosophy is simple: everything in moderation. Sweet, savory, healthy, decadent…food, like life, is all about balance. I rely on my background as a trained chef/mom to create family-friendly recipes that will inspire you to cook, not complicate your life.

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