Garnish:
Mint sprig
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.
| 8 fresh | Green grapes (seedless) |
| 5 fresh | Mint leaves |
| 2 fl oz | Cognac (brandy) |
| 1/2 fl oz | Sugar syrup 'rich' (2 sugar to 1 water, 65.0°brix) |
| Top up with | Brut champagne or sparkling wine |
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Review:
A cracking drink - subtle and refreshing.
History:
Created in 2000 by Brian Lucas and Max Warner at Long Bar at The Sanderson, London, England.
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