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3 Super Simple Champagne cocktails

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th August 2015

Chambord and Champagne The name of this cocktail gives away what it’s all about. However, even though it seems simple, the Chambord compliments the Champagne to create a refreshing, fruity and sweet drink. An ounce of Chambord Champagne Pour the Chambord into a Champagne glass. Top with Champagne. Add raspberries for garnish if you wish! Arise…

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Champagne + Fromage opens new shop in Greenwich

By Glass of Bubbly / 11th August 2015

It seems the concept of Champagne + Fromage is doing well and the lucky people of Greenwich are next to experience it right on their doorstep at the new store which opened just a few weeks ago. Champagne + Fromage is a shop and bistro bringing rustic fare and fizz to London, served the French way. They already have…

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Champagne at your Wedding or Prosecco, maybe English Bubbly too?

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th August 2015

Champagne for your wedding? It is certainly a must for any celebration and especially for the all important wedding (or divorce depending where you are in your love life of course)! Champagne to toast the happy couple will be certainly what the bride and groom and for that matter, everyone else celebrating the happy couples…

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Champagne Veuve Monsigny N.V. Brut

By Amanda Reboul / 1st August 2015

It would be easy to dismiss a Champagne sold for under $AUD25 at a large retailer known for its cut price groceries as just cheap fizz. However, Veuve Monsigny is a pleasant surprise for a Champagne exclusively available at Aldi Closer inspection of the label showed that this particular Champagne is not made by the…

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Voltaire Champagne Bar: Wine a VIP Experience (NOW CLOSED)

By Glass of Bubbly / 31st July 2015

One of London’s finest Champagne bars is offering Glass of Bubbly readers the chance to win a Champagne VIP Experience in one of their famous private vaults with two bottles of Pommery Champagne. To enter, simply email your name & ‘Voltaire Competition‘ to info@glassofbubbly.com Closing date 31st July 2015.

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Biddle & Webb’s First Champagne Only Sale & Tasting

By Glass of Bubbly / 23rd July 2015

Champagne Only Sale After our wine specialist James Baker’s recent trip to the Champagne region of France, Biddle & Webb are acquiring thousands of bottles of authentic French Champagne direct from several small vineyards across north France. These lots will be available to buy at Biddle & Webb’s first Champagne only sale. Date: Saturday 17th…

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Dessert Cocktail: Soyer au Champagne

By Glass of Bubbly / 21st July 2015

This sweet cocktail combines two great things in life: ice cream and Champagne. This recipe dates back to around 1888 and was a favourite of Queen Victoria’s, who enjoyed a glass whenever she hosted banquet at the Midland Grand Hotel. Especially great for the summer. 1 tbsp Cognac 1 tbsp Maraschino cherry liqueur 1 tbsp orange curaçao 1…

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Barons de Rothschild Champagne

By Glass of Bubbly / 20th July 2015

The Rothschild family is once again joining the arrows on their coat of arms to produce the Barons de Rothschild Champagne. The motto of the House is Concordia, Industria, Integritas, encompassing the brand’s values which guarantee excellence. Joining their talents to bring this Champagne to life are Baroness Philippine de Rothschild with her son Philippe, Baron Éric, Baron Benjamin and his wife Ariane.  …

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The Classic Champagne Cocktail

By Glass of Bubbly / 18th July 2015

This simple and classic cocktail is perfect for special occasions and guaranteed to go down a treat. A similar recipe for this cocktail appears as early as “Professor” Jerry Thomas’ Bon Vivant’s Companion in 1862 and has been seen several times in works of fiction, including Casablanca (1924). 1 white sugar cube 3 dashes of angostura…

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