12 Summer Champagne Cocktails

12 Champagne Cocktail Recipes to Enjoy This Summer 

Ooh la la! Mimosas have become a staple of the world of brunch, and who can blame people for falling in love with this drink? A little orange juice and some Brut champagne are all you need to make a great mimosa. 

It’s a favorite for Mother’s Day and brunch. Once you sip it, you’ll understand why this is the champagne cocktail to rule them all. Of course, if you can’t afford champagne, sparkling wine will do just as well.

PRO TIP – This is a great choice for people who want to have a pitcher of drinks for a crew. It scales up perfectly and can be made in batches as large as ten times the normal amount. Just put it in a pitcher and leave a little bowl of fresh strawberries on the side as a garnish. 

Bellinis have been served at Frank’s Bar since the end of World War II. A famous Italian cocktail, this features champagne and peach puree, all poured carefully into a chilled champagne flute.  

The hardest part of this isn’t getting the champagne (which, by the way, is traditionally Prosecco). It’s actually finding the peach puree, but you can always make your own. Either way, it’s a great way to serve up a bit of bubbly. 

PRO TIP – Much like a typical mimosa, this is a good choice for people who want to have a pretty drink that can be poured out of a pitcher. 

By the end of World War I, people were looking for a cocktail that could give them a kick. That’s where the French 75, named after some artillery, came into play. 

That sounds pretty hardcore for a champagne cocktail, we know. But don’t let us scare you off. It’s actually a beautiful and delicious cocktail your guests will enjoy. This cocktail features gin, simple syrup, and champagne to make a gorgeous drink. 

We suggest adding a garnish to the glass. Orange zest, a lemon twist, or strawberry can all make your cocktail pop out. 

Are you looking for a cheap drink you can put in a punch bowl that looks bubbly, fun, and gorgeous? You might want this cranberry champagne punch recipe. Cranberry juice is what makes most of this punch’s sweet-tart flavor.

This is a great punch bowl drink that can work at both a winter party and a summer party. For winter parties, garnish with cinnamon sticks. This features strawberries, cranberries, and other cute garnishes to help add to the flavor and appeal of this brunch-friendly drink. 

Are you looking for a way to make your punch rock your socks off? Are you looking for a way to make your mimosas pop at little to no additional cost? This delicious take on a mimosa will make it happen. 

This just swaps out orange juice for orange sherbet. The prosecco stays intact, and it’s absolutely delicious. 

If you just want a mild buzz, add some club soda or sparkling water for a spritz. 

In Britain, there is one way to make a bit of bubbly better than ever, and that’s not through mixing juice and champagne. Rather, it’s by the addition of a classic drink from Britain known as Pimm’s. 

Pimm’s is a bit of quinine, a little herbal goodness, and just more ingredients that make it worthy of a toast. Just mix a bottle of Pimm’s, a bottle of sparkling wine (like Cava), and garnish with a strawberry or two. A sprig of fresh mint works nicely as a garnish, too. 

Are you looking for a more traditional champagne cocktail that can work for both summer outings and winter gatherings? This might be a better option. 

Just grab a punch bowl, and mix pomegranate juice, a little orange juice, some Triple Sec, and Cointreau together. You can always swap out the Triple Sec for Grand Marnier if you want to level up the flavor of this tasty punch. 

It’s a lot more spicy than you’ll see other champagne punches be, but that’s okay. This is the most common of recipes when it comes to champagne-based punches. Garnish with sliced orange and strawberries in the summer. During the winter months, try a garnish of cinnamon sticks and star anise. 

This is the easiest way to get a delicious punch that everyone can agree on.

Elderflower cocktails are excellent choices for people who want a little herbal twist to their flavor. This features white wine alongside champagne, plus elderflower liqueur. If you have St. Germain on hand, you will love this. 

You get a lot of bang for your buck in this in terms of presentation. You can pour it right from the cocktail shaker into a highball glass, Collins glass,  or champagne glass for an amazing “statement” drink.

Like the French 75, this cocktail is a hit at bridal showers. However, it’s also a good choice for men who want to have a heady cocktail. Aperol and Prosecco are what are traditionally used for this. 

Serve it over ice cubes, and add an orange slice or two to make it truly a classic. Some even add a dash of orange liqueur to make it extra citrusy. 

The Strawberry Champagne is one of the newer champagne cocktails to hit the market, but that doesn’t make it a bad choice. Strawberries and champagne come together like magic. The twist here is to add a little lemon juice to brighten things up. 

If you want to add more of an herbal twist, muddle some mint alongside the strawberries. It’s a nice alteration to the regular. Use Brut champagne to make it authentic and avoid the over sugary-taste.

Did you ever go to Disney World or Disney Land? If so, then you may be familiar with the frozen snack known as Pineapple Dole Whip. This is a take on a Disney treat that was turned alcoholic for parents. 

Pineapple juice and creamy whipped topping help make this mimosa a champagne cocktail worthy of Disney himself. The creaminess of this champagne cocktail is made from coconut milk, so it’s also a dairy-free treat. 

When we’re feeling extra indulgent, we like to drizzle a little blackberry or blackcurrant liqueur on top. 

Are you in the mood for something truly refreshing? This cucumber-mint sparkler features dry champagne, cucumber, and muddled mint leaf for a perfect cocktail made for summer. 

If you are looking for a great new brunch cocktail, this is a great pick. The vodka and lime juice really help bring out the coolness of the drink. Let’s just say that it’ll create a splash by the poolside, okay?

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