Champagne Cobbler

The Champagne Cobbler is a light and refreshing cocktail that mixes fresh fruit, liqueur, and sparkling wine. It starts with muddled citrus and pineapple, sweetened slightly with maraschino liqueur and simple syrup. With its mix of sweet, tart, and fizzy, it’s great for brunch, outdoor parties, or casual celebrations. Garnished with berries, mint, and orange slices, it looks just as good as it tastes. Inspired by Claridge’s.

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Tasting Notes

The Champagne Cobbler is a bright, fruit-forward cocktail that’s light on the palate and easy to enjoy. With muddled citrus and pineapple in the base, you get fresh, juicy notes balanced by a soft sweetness from the simple syrup and maraschino liqueur. The Champagne brings light fizz and a crisp, dry finish, tying everything together without overpowering the fruit. It’s a gentle drink with layers of citrus, tropical fruit, and a subtle cherry tone. Garnished with berries, mint, and orange slices, the final result is both colorful and refreshing perfect for sipping slowly on warm days or at brunch.

Equipment and Glassware

To make the Champagne Cobbler, you’ll need a cocktail shaker to mix everything thoroughly and a muddler to crush the fruit. A jigger is helpful for measuring liquids accurately, and a fine mesh strainer ensures your drink is smooth and free of pulp. Crushed ice is important for texture and dilution, so have a mallet or ice crusher ready. Serve the drink in a wine glass or highball glass something with enough room for crushed ice and garnishes. A long bar spoon can also be useful for gently stirring the Champagne into the mix after shaking and straining.

Ingredients

• 0.5 oz maraschino liqueur
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• ⅛ cup lemon wedges
• ¼ cup orange wedges
• ¼ cup pineapple wedges
• 4 oz chilled Champagne
• Garnish: raspberries, mint sprig, orange slices

Instructions

• Add lemon, orange, and pineapple wedges to a shaker with maraschino liqueur and simple syrup.
• Muddle the fruit to release juice.
• Add ice and shake well.
• Fine-strain into a glass filled with crushed ice.
• Top with Champagne.
• Garnish with raspberries, mint, and orange slices.

Pro Tips

• Use crushed ice for better texture and flavor mixing
• Shake vigorously to chill and combine the muddled ingredients
• Fine-strain to avoid fruit pulp in your drink
• Choose dry Champagne to keep it from becoming too sweet
• Fresh fruit makes a difference—avoid canned or bottled
• Chill your glass before serving to keep the drink colder longer
• Adjust sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup
• Muddle gently to avoid bitterness from citrus peel
• Garnish just before serving for the freshest look
• Use seasonal berries for extra color and taste variety

When to Serve

The Champagne Cobbler is ideal for brunches, bridal showers, springtime parties, or warm-weather gatherings. Because of its low alcohol content and fruity profile, it’s a good choice for daytime events or occasions where lighter drinks are preferred. It works well as a welcome drink or signature cocktail at events with a celebratory feel. Its colorful presentation makes it a great addition to festive tables, and the bubbles add a cheerful touch. Serve it anytime you want something crisp, fruit-forward, and easy to sip especially when guests want something a little different from the usual mimosa or spritz.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

• Luxardo – Classic choice for maraschino liqueur
• Stock Cherry Liqueur – Budget-friendly and reliable
• Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial – A drier Champagne for balance
• Mionetto Prosecco – Light and fruity, great with fresh fruit
• La Marca Prosecco – Slightly sweet and widely available
• Bollinger Special Cuvée – A premium Champagne option
• St-Germain (optional) – Add a touch of floral depth if desired
• Homemade simple syrup – Easy to make with sugar and water
• Crushed ice – Use from freezer or ice crusher
• Fresh fruit from farmers markets – Adds the best flavor

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