Grape Escape

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Serve in
a Collins glass...
8 fresh Seedless white grapes
5 fresh Mint leaves
2 shot Martell VSOP Médaillon cognac BUY
½ shot Sugar syrup (2 sugar to 1 water)
Top up with G.H. Mumm Brut Cordon Rouge Champagne BUY
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How to make:

MUDDLE grapes and mint in base of shaker. Add cognac and sugar, SHAKE with ice and strain into glass filled with crushed ice. TOP with champagne, stir and serve with straws.

Garnish:

Mint sprig

Comment:

A cracking drink - subtle and refreshing.

Origin:

Created in 2000 by Brian Lucas and Max Warner at Long Bar at The Sanderson, London, England.

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