Cocktail
Twinkle
How to make a Twinkle - the sparkling vodka cocktail of vodka, elderflower liqueur and champagne. An elegant, floral aperitif from London.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Champagne fluteGlass
1Serving(s)
The Twinkle is an elegant champagne cocktail from London that combines vodka with floral elderflower liqueur. Topped up with cold champagne, it creates a light, sparkling aperitif with fine sweetness and citrus freshness. Perfect for festive occasions.
Instructions
- Put vodka and elderflower liqueur into the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a pre-chilled champagne flute.
- Top up with cold champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon zest and serve.
Garnish: Lemon zest
Pro tip: Chill the champagne flute and the champagne well beforehand so the fine bubbles last longer.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Twinkle come from?
The Twinkle was created in the 2000s at a London bar and is considered a modern aperitif classic.
Which sparkling wine works best?
A dry champagne or a good brut sparkling wine works best, since the elderflower liqueur already brings sweetness.
Can I replace the elderflower liqueur?
Another floral liqueur works, but the typical floral character of the Twinkle comes from the elderflower.
Ingredients
- Vodka2.5 cl
- Elderflower liqueur1.5 cl
- Champagne or sparkling wine9 cl
- Lemon zest1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
