Champs-Élysées

Brandy · Coupe

A Savoy Cocktail Book classic — cognac, green Chartreuse, lemon, and bitters, named for the Paris avenue. Herbal, glittering, and very French.

GlassCoupe
GarnishNone
ABV22%
Categoryclassic
Flavorherbal, citrus, historic, elegant

Ingredients

  • Cognac1.5 oz
  • Green Chartreuse0.5 oz
  • Fresh Lemon Juice0.5 oz
  • Simple Syrup0.25 oz
  • Angostura Bitters1 dash
  • Lemon Peel1 twist

Method

  1. Add cognac, Chartreuse, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters to shaker with ice
  2. Shake hard
  3. Double strain into chilled coupe
  4. Garnish with lemon peel

Pro Tips

  • Cognac + green Chartreuse + lemon + simple syrup — the Champs' namesake sophisticate.
  • Green Chartreuse is required; yellow is too mild for this drink's balance.
  • Fresh lemon, shaken hard; strain into a coupe and garnish with a twist.