American 25

Name: American 25
Ingredients: 1 ounce bonded apple brandy, preferably Lairds; 1/4 ounce smoky Scotch (Peat Monster and Laphroaig 10-year-old are good options); 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice; 1/2 ounce simple syrup (see note); 3 to 4 ounces Champagne; Lemon twist

6 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 ounce bonded apple brandy, preferably Lairds
1/4 ounce smoky Scotch (Peat Monster and Laphroaig 10-year-old are good options)
1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup (see note)
3 to 4 ounces Champagne
Lemon twist

Directions

1

In a cocktail shaker filled three-quarters with ice, combine the apple brandy, Scotch, lemon juice and simple syrup.
2

Shake until chilled, about 30 seconds.
3

Strain into a flute.
4

Top with chilled Champagne.
5

Squeeze the lemon twist over the glass, rub it across the rim, then drop it into the drink.