HACKED RECIPE
The Academy Sparkler Recipe
By theadventurer
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Hacked from
The Academy Sparkler
Difficulty: Easy |
Total Time:
5 mins, plus cooling time
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Active Time:
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Makes:
8 drinks
Toast all the Oscar winners with this simple, sophisticated cocktail made from spiced orange syrup and a bit of bubbly.
Game plan: The orange syrup can be made up to 2 days in advance and refrigerated in a covered container.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 medium oranges, removed in large strips
- 2 medium dried bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1 bottle brut sparkling wine, chilled
INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine all ingredients except sparkling wine in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, let cool to room temperature, and strain.
- Add 3/4 ounce of the orange syrup to the bottom of a champagne glass and top with 5 ounces of the sparkling wine; repeat to make 8 drinks.
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